Travel Photo Thursday — June 13, 2013 — Favorite Bridges in Korea
Welcome to another week of Travel Photo Thursday. By this time tomorrow all of my grading should be completed, and the marks will be in the computer. Then, it is hustle time for me. I will be going non-stop until I hit the airport bus next Friday, June 21st. First stop Vancouver, and then on July 4th it’s off to Nova Scotia. I can’t remember the last time I was so excited to be spending time in Canada. For this weeks Travel Photo Thursday I want to share a few of my favorite bridge shots from Korea. I don’t think it matters where we travel, there is always a bridge to walk across or sail under. All are worthy of at least one photo.
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Believe it or not, I live five minutes from this bridge in Daejeon. Built for the 1983 Expo, the Expo Bridge spans Daejeon’s Gap River. These days it’s strictly a pedestrian bridge and sees a lot of foot traffic on Saturdays and Sundays.
On a beautiful morning, and camera was mounted on a tripod 
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Gorgeous when it’s lit up at night, which doesn’t happen often enough! (This would have turned out better if I had had a tripod with me!)
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Nongdari Bridge, Jincheon, Korea…billed as the oldest stone bridge in Asia at 1000 years old.
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Bridge connecting Namhae Island to the mainland… (way down south)
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A Japanese style bridge in a park in my old neighborhood, here in Daejeon.
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Photographer’s Tip
In my experience, bridge shots almost always turn out better when you use a tripod. If you don’t have one handy, try to find a flat to place your camera on, in an effort to reduce any camera shake. If you can’t rest the camera on something secure, stand tall with your elbows tucked in. This should help reduce any shake.
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Travel Photo Thursday — June 6, 2013 — The Colors of Korea
Welcome to another week of Travel Photo Thursday. A holiday here today, so I am using the time for final exam prep, and packing for home. D-Day is June 21st, and I am more than a little excited. Today, I want to take you on a little tour of some of my more colorful experiences here in Korea.
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Everyday in the heart of Seoul’s downtown you can experience a re-enactment of the “Changing of the Guard”. Lots of rich color, and a perfect introduction to Korean traditional “court” attire.
(Love the yellow!)
The rich, traditional red…
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“Ladies in pink”
Andong Mask Festival 2012
An awesome light and dance show…
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Traditional Russian dancers at the World Dance Festival in Choenan, Korea. The costumes and the energy of this dance troupe had the crowd cheering for more!
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Celebrating Buddha’s birthday dressed in color…
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Finally, the intricately designed and painted dragons that can be found in many of Korea’s Buddhist temples…
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(Bongwonsa Temple, Seoul)
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The Year of the Dragon…Seoul Lantern Festival 2012
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Protecting the Nun’s Temple, Daejeon
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Travelers Tip
You can experience the colorful changing of the guard daily, in downtown Seoul.
You can see traditional costumes and dance at any of the festivals happening around the country. You might even have the opportunity have your photo taken in one! Check out the schedule of Korean festivals.
Find out more about Buddha’s annual birthday celebrations.
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Travel Photo Thursday — May 30th, 2013 — Ubud’s Monkeys
Welcome to another week of Travel Photo Thursday. The end of the semester is looming, and things are becoming frantic. I leave for Canada on June 22nd, and I have so much to do before I literally take off. I’m trying not to panic! I know that between all the work stuff and the personal it’s going to be a whirlwind couple of weeks. Deep breath, I will get through it. Soon, I’ll be enjoying Vancouver, and then my home, Nova Scotia. Today, I’m not taking you to Canada, but to Bali and the monkeys of Ubud’s Monkey Forest Road. Here are two of my favorite photos from my time there.
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Don’t they look serene and harmless? Well, don’t ever let your guard down in the monkey forest. These critters can be very aggressive when they want to be, and will stop at nothing to steal your bag or sunglasses…anything! I once had one grab my water bottle right out of my hand. When he discovered that it only contained water, he flung it to the ground in disgust. Bananas can be purchased at the entrance, if you do want to feed them.
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Travelers Tip
Monkey Forest is located at the very end of Ubud’s Monkey Forest Road. There is a very small charge to enter. The forest is open from sunrise to sunset. The monkeys can be quite aggressive, so I would not recommend going in there if it’s dark. You will also encounter monkeys around the entrance area, so watch your belongings. They think nothing of grabbing whatever you have out on “offer”. Chances are, you would never get it back. Hide those bling sunglasses!
Monkey Forest is a sacred place for the Balinese. There is an ancient temple on the grounds, and depending on the time of month or year there can be ceremonies happening. The Balinese welcome visitors at these ceremonies. However, remember to dress accordingly. Ask at your hotel, to find out when a ceremony will be happening, and how to dress.
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Travel Photo Thursday — May 23, 2013 — Korea’s Buddha Birthday Lanterns
Welcome to another week of Travel Photo Thursday. Pull up that comfy armchair, and enjoy your virtual world tour. Anybody who had been around Travel Photo Thursday for a while knows that I host my photos at Flickr. Some of you may also know that Flickr rolled out a new interface this week. That has created some challenges, with the major one being where to find the HTML code needed to post my photos here. Finally, after at least two hours of searching through help pages and user forums I found the answer! Needless to say, this isn’t exactly what I had planned for this week. Buddha’s Birthday has come and gone. I wasn’t able to take part in the festivities this year. However, it is a celebration that I adore, so today I’m sharing with you some favorite lantern shots from past Buddha celebrations.
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Lantern Magic at Seoul’s Bongeunsa Temple.
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I love this “lantern tree” at Jogyesa Temple in Seoul.
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The “fish-eye” produces a fun,different perspective. (Seoul’s Bongeunsa Temple)
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Nammireeuksa Temple…outside of Seoul…
Travelers Tip
Buddha’s Birthday is celebrated annually, across the peninsula in May or early June. The date varies from year to year, so best to check with Korea Tourism.
The main festivities happen in Seoul, and usually a week before the actual day. You can experience a temple meal on Buddha’s birthday (a holiday here), at any temple in Korea. If you have the opportunity, don’t miss it. The temple meal is a wonderful opportunity to experience temple life here in Korea.
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Travel Photo Thursday — May 16, 2013 — Hong Kong’s Million Dollar Travel Views
Welcome to another week of Travel Photo Thursday. Pull up your armchair, and get ready for our virtual around the world tour. I am suffering this week from the yellow dust that is covering Daejeon. I don’t know if it has invaded from China, or if it’s the pollen from Korea’s pine trees. Which ever, I have been fighting headaches all week, and the stuff can’t be gone soon enough! In the mean time here are some “million dollar travel views” Hong Kong, one of my favorite cities!
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A view from the Peak…I wonder who owns that little piece of real estate?
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Everything is just so “tight”!
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From harbour side…that is one big cruise ship, dwarfing, what was then, the tallest building in Hong Kong.
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Travel Photo Thursday — May 9, 2013 — Bali Travel Shots
Welcome to another week of Travel Photo Thursday. Friends of mine are in Bali this week, and that got me thinking of the wonderful trips I have had to that beautiful island. This week I want to share with you some of my favorite shots.
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Ladies wearing the traditional kebaya and sarong, preparing to give offerings to the temple gods in Ubud.
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On my first trip to Bali, I spent some time at Lake Batur. There were some wonderful photo opportunities.
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Sanur Beach is a great walking beach. I stayed just a few minutes walk away.
Or you can relax on one of the pagodas and enjoy the view.
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Don’t miss the Bali Bird Park! You can easily spend a day here wandering around admiring and interacting with so many beautiful birds.
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You can see a different traditional dance performance every night, if you want to!
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Delicious Balinese food…Sambal Udang, made at the Bumi Bali Cooking School in Ubud.
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You can wander Ubud’s beautiful rice fields for free.
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And, it wouldn’t be Bail without a beautiful sunset; Jimbaran Beach
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