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Bayon temple in Angkor
The Bayon temple is my favourite site in the sprawling ruins of Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the 12th century as the main temple in the ancient capital Angkor Thom, the temple features intriguing faces that jut out of the towers. The bas reliefs that adorn the walls are another fascinating feature of this magnificent temple.
Read the accompanying post: ‘The Wonders of Angkor Wat‘.
Ko Phi Phi island from the air
Ko Phi Phi is a group of islands in the Andaman Sea off the coast of southern Thailand that’s a popular beach destination. Ko Phi Phi Don comprises two hilly sections connected by an isthmus and flanked on both sides by white, sandy beaches. The isthmus, packed with hotels, shops, restaurants and cafés, was completely wiped out by the tsunami in 2004 but has since been redeveloped. The neighbouring island, Ko Phi Phi Le (Little Ko Phi Phi) is famous as the setting for the movie, “The Beach” and features breathtaking emerald green bays, towering forest-clad limestone mountains, the white sands of Maya Beach and coral reefs. The photos below were taken from 35,000 feet on a flight from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur.
Read the accompanying post: “A Tropical Paradise, Five Wishes and a Setback“.
Ko Phi Phi seen from the air under scattered clouds
Ko Phi Phi Le - Maya Bay
The monastery in Petra
The Treasury is the first major monument every visitor to Petra sees as they exit the Siq (the narrow canyon that leads visitors into Petra). The monastery, located high up in the mountains, is another monument that cannot be missed. Visitors can choose to hike to the monastery (a 20-30 minute hike) or ride a mule. Either way, you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular sight at the top!
Read the accompanying post: “Ten Things To Do in Petra“.
An awestruck visitor at the door of the monastery
Swarovski Christmas tree in Hong Kong
When I was in Hong Kong last year, this 100-foot Swarovski crystal Christmas tree stood proudly outside the hotel I stayed at. To be honest, it looked rather plain during the day but it was pretty stunning at night.
Sunset at the Dead Sea
Floating in the Dead Sea at sunset is simply a magical experience.
Read the accompanying post: “What It Feels Like to Float in the Dead Sea“.
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