Sunday, February 5, 2012

Venice of the North

Posted by Chee Wei On August - 12 - 2009 ADD COMMENTS

Which European city is divided by canals into nine small islands? I AM Amsterdam, also known as Venice of the North due to its many canals and waterways.

Spring is definitely the best time to visit when the tulips in Keukenhof Park are in full bloom!

Windmill in Amsterdam

Windmills are home to Amsterdam, a must see as if you get the chance.

Windmill in Amsterdam

However, these windmills are located in the countryside so get sightseeing!

Canal in Amsterdam

We took a cruise on a glass-topped boat for a tour of the city via the canals. Pretty much like Venice in Italy.

Canal in Amsterdam

The houses here are very different from those in other European countries. They are more height than width in very disproportionate measurements making them look paper thin and very cardboardlike!

Canal in Amsterdam

Amsterdam was once a fishing village but has evolved into one of the largest cities in The Netherlands.

Canal in Amsterdam

I just love the canals. Pity the closest we have is perhaps a big monsoon drain? :)

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Sunbathing in the Nude

Posted by Chee Wei On August - 5 - 2009 12 COMMENTS

Yes you read it right. Its all happening in Munich’s English Garden. There is this part of the garden where sunbathing naked has been permitted since 1960s.

Horse Carriage in English Garden, Munich, Germany

How unfortunate that there were no naked women to behold. The weather to blame as it was all gloom and doom.

Horse in English Garden, Munich, Germany

“Excuse me, horsey! Over here… down here… can I get a ride?”.

Lake in English Garden, Munich, Germany

A little girl trying to be friends with the ducks…

Ducks in English Garden, Munich, Germany

“We want food! Have you got any for us?”. Some ducks do chase after you.

English Garden, Munich, Germany

The English Garden is really huge, there is even a river running through the garden.

English Garden, Munich, Germany

A German couple enjoying themselves in the garden.

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