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Friday, June 25, 2010



Specially for the tourists, there are lots of these decorated cyclos in Malacca, Malaysia. They seem to be very popular with the hordes of day trippers that come to visit this World Heritage site.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Sino Portuguese architecture in Phuket Town

Sino Portuguese architecture in Phuket Town
Sino Portuguese architecture in Phuket Town

Phuket Town is noted for its Sino Portuguese architecture which manifests itself in several streets in the centre of town. Here is a fine example which has been renovated.




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Saturday, June 19, 2010

The Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur


The Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur are a magnificent sight as they stand proudly shimmering in the Malaysian sunlight. The towers were once the worlds tallest buildings but have since been eclipsed by buildings elsewhere. They can be seen from all over Kuala Lumpur.

Friday, June 18, 2010

The Stylo Hairdressing Saloon



This rather stylish hair dressing saloon in Kuala Lumpur caughts my hair. It was housed in a very old building but had this wonderful window, You can just catch a glimpse of the barber and his customer through the window.

Monday, June 14, 2010

Art Deco Architecture in Kuala Lumpur

Art Deco Architecture in Kuala LumpurArt Art Deco Architecture in Kuala Lumpur

 

The Lee Rubber Building on the corner of Jalan Hang Lekir and Jalan Tun H.S. Lee in Kuala Lumpur is a fine example of Art Deco srchitecture. Built in the 1930's, the building has been restored to its former glory. Reputed to have been the headquarters of the Japanese secret police during the war, the building has also served as a bank but is now home to the "Popular" bookstore.

See more photos of Kuala Lumpur HERE

Art Deco Complete: The Definitive Guide to the Decorative Arts of the 1920s and 1930s