Leaning Tower, Teluk Intan, Perak, Malaysia

Taken with Nikon D60, dated Jan 2010


The Leaning Tower of Teluk Intan is a 25.5 meters pagoda-like structure which was built in 1885 by contractor Leong Choon Chong. The building itself is made of bricks and wood, and its construction appears comprising eight different levels but the building is actually divided into only three storeys. It is located at the heart of Teluk Intan town center.

Similar to Tower of Pisa, the tower is tilted due to the underground stream. The area around the tower was once shores water, but now was paved with bricks and become plaza. There is a huge clock on top of the tower. The clock was made by J.W.Benson of Ludgatehill London, and it is used as a time keeper of the town.

Jonker Walk, Malacca, Malaysia

Taken with Nikon D60, dated Aug 2009

Jonker Walk or Jonker Street (鸡场街), now officially named as Jalan Hang Jebat, is a long narrow five hundred meter street located in the heart of Malacca.





Taken with Nikon D60, dated Aug 2009


The street is flanked by historical houses dating back to the 17th century. Along the street, one can find shop houses selling antique, fashionable clothes, unique arts and crafts, household product, local and ethnic traditional food, colourful accessories and various souvenirs.





Taken with Nikon D60, dated Aug 2009


For those who are visiting Jonker Street on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, you can experience the night market starting from 6.00 pm to 12.00 pm where there will be additional stalls along the pedestrian street.
Enjoy the street shopping!

Seeka Boutique Resort, Phuket, Thailand

Taken with Nikon D60, dated Jul 2009


Facing Patong Hill with a private terrace, a 4-storey building with 41 elegant rooms, Seeka Boutique Resort is decorated in Thai-Lanna style. The interior gleams with lots of natural wood furnishings, sculptures and reliefs, creating a warm and comfortable boutique atmosphere.





Taken with Nikon D60, dated Jul 2009


It is about 45 km from the Phuket International Airport. For those who are looking for a quieter location outside the center of Patong, Seeka is the ideal one.


Taken with Nikon D60, dated Jul 2009

However, the exciting nightlife. restaurants, and shopping areas can be easily reached by a few minutes tuk tuk (local taxi) ride.