“What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” ― William Shakespeare I spotted this tree in Hong Kong and what surprised me was the fact that it was tagged. I am not sure what could be the reason but looks like tagging could ensure counting and … More #ThursdayTreeLove – 21
Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago. Warren Buffett When I stood at this junction in Hong Kong to cross the road, two things caught my attention. One, this tree and how majestic it looked providing the shade to every passerby. Two, how people follow traffic … More #ThursdayTreeLove – 18
Regular readers here know that in 2015 I had a wonderful opportunity to visit Hong Kong twice while VT was on a work assignment there. Not living as a tourist was a great experience in itself. While travel was a part, the best was getting to see the city up close. Experiencing it on its … More 7 things you can do in Hong Kong but not in India
Solitary trees, if they grow at all, grow strong. Winston Churchill Thursday Tree love is a new photo feature on this blog. If you would like to play along, post a picture of a tree on your blog and link up using the linky below. Let’s come together to appreciate the beautiful nature around us.
The streets of Hong Kong present a beautiful blend of levels due to the geography of the island, modern public transport, trams and high fashion stores. This week, have a look at some shots from the streets of Hong Kong. Around us the world is always on the go. I prefer stopping somewhere in the … More From the streets of Hong Kong
That was a full moon night and like a true Moon lover, I took the elevator to the 47th floor to catch a glimpse of the moon. Pollution levels in Hong Kong are at alarming levels and the Moon was out of sight. The sky was dark and smoggy. The twinkling lights on each skyscraper … More The skyscraper watch
Ever since I left home as a seventeen-year-old, I knew I will not live in a city for over four years. From one city to the other, I kept moving until I reached Bangalore and made it my current home a decade ago. This city has been mine and I belong here. However, I must … More Home is where the heart is
“Parsada, Waheguru.” “Chutney, Waheguru.” “Kheer, Waheguru.” VT was serving food at the langar and I was in the kitchen. He must have served some fifty people and was on his toes for over an hour. From cleaning green chilies, I had moved to making rotis on a big tawa. Around twenty five at a time, … More Of Langar and Love
If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading. … More Direction
Jorge Alvares is credited as the first European explorer to have reached China and Hong Kong by sea. I clicked this picture when we visited Macau and at that time, I wasn’t aware of the history. It’s fascinating to know that Alvares reached China in 16th century and his statue reminds many generations after him of his expedition.
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