HELLO ENST: June 2015

Flower Market

7:29 PM

It's my first time to go to Flower Market when I'm on my holiday. Usually I go to cafe or restaurant or other places that you must visit based on Tripadvisor or Lonely Planet. Hahaha.. When I go out from Prince Edward MTR Station (Exit B1) I got lost. I became confused because I'm not a good map reader. Thank God I'm not going alone, so my friends decided to lead the way. Luckily we headed to the right directions. We can see a lot of people passing by with flower bouquet or cut flowers in their hands.

The Flower Market isn't that big, but you can see a lot of greens and pretty flowers all over the place. You can see gerbera, hydrangea, lily, orchird, peony, rose, sunflower, tulip and many more. Besides cutting flowers and growing plants, there are also florist selling bouquets and flower arrangements. It's definitely a right place for you who loves and want to buy greens and flowers.

Before we leave this beautiful market, I bought a sunflower for a memory. I'm really happy with my sunflower. Because it's my first time experience walking around at flower market and buy a fresh flower. It turns out I'm really happy, it really gives me different experience and perspective. I really recommended to all travellers to try it. Sadly I didn't get a chance to take photo of my sunflower, maybe I have to buy it again another time.

Flower Market

Flower Market Road, Prince Edward

Kowloon - Hong Kong

Photos: Albert Wijaya & Me

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Wong Tai Sin Temple

9:26 PM

Still exploring the heritage in this city, we continued our journey to Wong Tai Sin Temple. Wong Tai Sin Temple is one of the most famous temple in Hong Kong. It's located in the north of Kowloon. This temple is known for making wish come true, many prayers get answered here. The temple is in traditional Chinese style. You can see grand red pillars, golden roof and colorful carvings.

When we arrived, there are so many people. A lot of tourist (like me) and also people praying, you can see many the joss sticks and candles burn. Many prayers has been said and asked in this temple. Hopefully many prayers will get answers too.

"When words are both true and kind, they can change the world."

- Buddha -

Wong Tai Sin Temple

2 Chuk Yuen Village

Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon - Hong Kong

Photos: Albert Wijaya & Me

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Chi Lin Nunnery

5:24 PM

Back in Hong Kong.. Chi Lin Nunnery became our first stop. Before you go to Chi Lin Nunnery, you're gonna pass this beautiful Nan Lian Garden. You are gonna see the security office at the entrance gate. It's free to see this place but you are not allowed to eat or drink in this area, so I just hold my kiwi juice along the way. Nan Lian garden is located at Diamond Hill in Kowloon and is built in the classical style of the Tang Dynasty.

Chi Lin Nunnery is a large Buddhist complex from the 1930s. All the buildings here was built completely of wood with interlocking system (without a single nail) based on traditional Chinese architectural techniques. Before you enter this place, you are gonna pass the main gate. After that you are gonna pass through the Lotus pond and you will see the Hall of Heavenly Kings right in front of you.

Nan Lian Garden and Chi Lin Nunnery is a beautiful place to see in Hong Kong. You can feel the city heritage among the modernity and sense of serenity and tranquility in the middle of the city bustle.

Nan Lian Garden

60 Fung Tak Road

Diamond Hill, Kowloon - Hong Kong

Chi Lin Nunnery

5 Chi Lin Drive

Diamond Hill, Kowloon - Hong Kong

Photos: Albert Wijaya, Yukiko Baba & Me

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Afternoon Stroll

4:17 PM

It's our last day in Macau and we decided to go as a separate group. Me and Albert were planning to visit the other hotels around The Venetian. So off we go.. We wanted to go to City of Dreams, but we got lost and we ended up in front of Four Seasons Hotel. We see that this place is quite and beautiful, so we decided to take some pictures here. The time passed so quickly, we only have about half an hour to get around before we need to go back to The Venetian to take our luggage and go to Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal. So we quickly went to City of Dreams, looking around for a while and then go back to The Venetian. I am having so much fun in Macau. Surely I will come back someday, hopefully soon. Let's go back to Hong Kong!

Wearing: H&M Dress | H&M Shoes | ASOS Sunglasses | Lolitattoo Water Based Temporary Tattoo

Photos: Albert Wijaya

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Ruins of St. Paul's

4:19 PM

Our next stop is the Ruins of St. Paul's. We took a free shuttle bus from Galaxy Macau. There is no direct bus from Galaxy Macau to the Ruins of St. Paul's, but the bus will drop us near the location so we can go there by foot. I like walking around this area because you can see a lot of beautiful places. On the way there you are going to pass the Senado Square. The square is surrounded by pastel coloured buildings, creating a Mediterranean atmosphere. Before you reach the Ruins of St. Paul's, you will pass through a crowded alley with many shops.

The Ruins of St. Paul's was originally St. Paul's College and the Church of St. Paul also known as Mater Dei. The ruins is a must visit place because this is the most treasured icon in Macau and a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can visit The Museum of Sacred Art and Crypt in the inner area of the Ruins of St. Paul's. Here you can see objects of high historical and artistic value from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Admission to the museum is free every day between 9 am to 6 pm.

This place is very crowded in the afternoon, I suggest you come early in the morning to see this beautiful place quietly. But I thank God because I can see a beautiful sunset and I can't stand to take some photos. Before going home don't forget to buy Portuguese Egg Tart. The tart is very delicious and a must try! You must eat it right away while it's still warm.

Photos: Albert Wijaya & Me

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The Venetian Macau

5:52 PM

From Macau Fisherman's Wharf, we went back to Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal to catch on the free shuttle bus to The Venetian. It is quite difficult to walk around with our luggages, so we decided to check-in first, put away our luggages and then continue to explore Macau. When me and my friends arrived at The Venetian, I am very surprise because there are so many people. It is very hard to take photos with so many people around. So me and Albert decided to wake up early tomorrow and explore this huge place.

The Venetian resembles Venice, one of the city in Italy. In here you can experience riding the Italian gondolas. The gondolier will serenade you through out the journey. There are three canals and you can choose in which canal you want to experience the ride. I did not try this gondola experience, but my friends did. Surprisingly she says that the gondolier can sing in Bahasa.

The Venetian Macau is not only a hotel, but also a dining, entertainment and shopping place with Venice theme all under one roof. In here you can't differentiate whether it's day or night because all you see is a bright blue sky. The Venetian become one of the biggest landmark for gamblers across Asia. I never gamble, but I would like to try it one day. So I just saw my friends play and begin learning a little.

We stayed at their Bella Suite. Bella is the Italian word for beautiful and their Bella Suite is indeed beautiful and spacious. My favorite part of this suite is the bed, the bed it's very comfortable with their fluffy pillow. I almost can't leave this bed. The service of this hotel is also very good. Their upgraded our room view from standard to cotai view.

I am in love with their swimming pool. They have several swimming pools and jacuzzi and it's pretty huge. Unfortunately I did not bring my swimsuit. So I just looked around, took some photos and enjoy the morning breeze. Thank you The Venetian! I really enjoyed my stay here. Definitely I will come back.

The Venetian Macau
Estrada da Baía de N. Senhora da Esperança
Taipa, Macao SAR, P.R. China

Photos: Albert Wijaya & Me

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