The Postcard Collector

The Merlion

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:26:00 +0000

This Postcard travelled ??Kms to Czech Republic. This is a private swap. At the time of posting, the Merlion has just been restored to public display after being repaired from a lighting strike. The lighting strike left a gaping hole on the top of the Merlion.

The Merlion is an imaginary creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish. Its name combines "mer" meaning the sea and "lion". The fish body comes from Singapore's ancient name back when it was a fishing village — Temesak — meaning "sea town" in Javanese. The lion head represents Singapore's original name — Singapura — meaning "lion city" in Malay.

Raffles Hotel

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 14:17:00 +0000

This Postcard travelled 3,838Kms to China!

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Synonymous to Raffles Hotel is the "Singapore Sling" which is really one of the famous drinks of Singapore. The Hotel is also named after the founder of Singapore Sir Stamford Raffles. Raffles Hotel is also known for its its luxurious accommodation and superb restaurants.

The Esplanade

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:39:00 +0000

This postcard travelled 9,422kms to Finland!

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Sitting on the background of the Singapore River is the Esplanade. The Esplanade is well-known for the very interesting design and there is a whole trial of "nicknames" given to it. The most famous being "The Durian" Taxi drivers in Singapore would know if you decide to tell them that you want to get to "The Durian". Great place to watch world class performances. In the near future, the waterfront would boost a nice view of the marina sands casino and resorts. Visit the website here.

Marina Barrage - Reservoir in the city

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 18:49:00 +0000

Visit Marina Barrge Website to find out details. (Photo & Text Below above taken from Website)

The Marina Barrage is a dam built across the 350-metre wide Marina Channel to keep out seawater, forming Singapore’s first reservoir in the city and 15th reservoir. Marina Reservoir combines with the future Punggol and Serangoon reservoirs will increase Singapore’s water catchment areas from half to two-thirds of Singapore’s land areas.

With the barrage in place, the Marina Basin will turn into a body of freshwater through natural flushing in one two to years. The freshwater will then be treated using advanced membrane technology before consumption.

Visited the Marina Barrage today..not too bad an experience..especially for e kids. This photo above is the dam that keeps out the seawater. You can see evidently from the colours of the water. We had some time to spend in the cafe and the cafe offers a good view of the dam minus the heat from the sun : ). Other areas includes the huge grass turf, that will be great for a picnic, if not for the overpowering sun. All in all, the kid had the best experience at this place.. the water feature doubles up well as a place for kids to run around and get wet...something the adults wish to do too : ) I will probably return again to this place in the evening to catch the Singapore skyline at its best. The following are some of the photos taken.

Clarke Quay

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 06:07:00 +0000

This card has travelled 1,426Kms to Thailand!

This postcard shows the very colourful part of the Singapore River, Clarke Quay. Located beside Boat Quay, this part of the river has been revamped to give it a very colourful and definitely lively feel. Come in the night and you will be treated to a array of dazzling lights. Also, be sure to take one of the river rides to catch a glimpse of Singapore skyline from the Singapore River.

To catch a good view Clarke Quay, you can visit one of the food outlets located inside "The Central" Shopping center. Dine away with an awesome view.

Recommended Singapore Travel Guide

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:30:00 +0000

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Singapore Flyer

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:24:00 +0000

I could not resist buying this postcard of the Singapore Flyer. The majestic structure against the cloudy / sunset sky is just simply nice. Great Photography : )

See my other post on the Singapore Flyer here.

Postcard Friendship Friday - Cape Leeuwin LightHouse

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 18:36:00 +0000

The is my 2nd trip to Perth, Augusta. First trip with my wife and as you can see from the photo above, with my son. One of the unique features of this place is that it is the area where the Indian and the Southern Oceans meets. Very beautiful place and not to mention, very windy. Lighthouse was built in 1895 and took 1 year to complete.

Original idea was the lighthouse was mooted in 1881. The light was totally manually operated until 1982 when it was converted to electricity replacing the clockwork mechanism & kero burner, one of the last in the world. This light was automated in September 1992. The tower has seven floors and 186 steps.

Guilin - Simpliy Scenic

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 15:27:00 +0000

My Parents were full of praise for this place, China's Guilin. Looking at the photos, I can imagine why. China Guilin is one of the upcoming tourist attractions in Southern China. The attractions of Guilin includes Green hills (as you can see here), caves and crystal clear water. On closer look at some of the photos, they do look clear with a greenish tone. Nice.

Valentine's Day Postcards

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 06:15:00 +0000

From France, the capital of romance : ) My favourite is the last card showing the overjoyed boy jumping up and down! Would love to know what the french words means, could not get a clear translation on babel fish : ) cheers!

See my previous post for another postcard that I got for this series : )

Postcard Friendship Friday!

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 16:23:00 +0000

Hey, I think I am a bitty late but here's a postcard from France for the postcard friendship friday. France is known for romance, fine cuisine and wine so I though I must at least get some romance related postcards from there : ) Will post more of these series tomorrow. In the meantime, do check out postcard friendship friday at Marie's site!

ORU, Tulsa, Oklahoma

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:12:00 +0000

Received this postcard in 2001 from a dear couple friend studying there then. A place of victory and a place where God provided for : ) "And a threefold cord is not easily broken"

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noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:07:00 +0000

This postcard travelled 9,234Kms from Belarus! Thanks Catherine! I had a read on the country to understand more. Thanks for bringing us into knowledge of a new country! : ) Read about Berlarus on Wiki here.

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noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:04:00 +0000

This is a very nice postcard travelling 4,182 from Japan! Thanks Sumie! Some history here from Sumie, Hollywood used to be HollywoodLand as an ad for real estate, but a young actress jumped off there and thus the land was removed. : )

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noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:01:00 +0000

This postcard travelled 9,212Kms from Finland! Thanks Salmiac! This is a photo of Markku Wiik.

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noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 06:59:00 +0000

This postcard travelled 10,059Kms from Germany! Thanks Olga!

Dawn in Singapore

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:24:00 +0000

Photo taken on a moving taxi on the way to Singapore Changi Airport. The vast array of colours on the sky near dawn is an inspiration to look at.

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noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:17:00 +0000

This postcard arrived 10,166Kms from Germany! Thanks Sine!

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noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:15:00 +0000

This postcard arrived 9,247Kms from Finland! Thanks for the Christmas greetings Sinii!

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noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:12:00 +0000

This postcard arrived 10,605Kms from France! Thanks Tortue, nice turtle stamp : )

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noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:08:00 +0000

This postcard travelled 11,134Kms from France! Thanks Isabel!

Dog (for?) Food

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 17:04:00 +0000

Photo taken in China

Frankly not my idea of a meal.. if you know what I am referring to. My parents took this photo in their travels. I really think its a mindset issue as some animals are just not meant to be "golden brown" (in foodie terms or cooking terminology). Termed as man's best friend, in this case, that term as taken a new meaning. I prefer to stay to the conservative for food : )

Grasshopper

noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:39:00 +0000

Photo taken at Sebana Cove Resort, Malaysia

Spotted this grasshopper on the way to the room. Took this with a point and shoot camera on zoom. I though the results was quite good considering the equipment i have, sunlight was aplenty and that could be a helpful factor. Nice details on the grasshopper : )

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noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:18:00 +0000

This card travelled 10,387 Kms from Holland. Thanks Tanya for this handmade card..very nice & creative indeed. Have an awesome 2009 too!

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noreply@blogger.com (eKohs) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:15:00 +0000

This card travelled 10,116Kms from Italy. Thanks to Caterina for this card and above all, may your dreams come true : )