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Best View From the Top?

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I'm visiting @HongKong next month and staying near the ICC. I'm a massive photography buff, and I've seen tons of pics of the view from the top – it looks incredible. But I'm wondering, what's the be… more

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merlindstauch ·

Sunset is generally considered the best time for photos in @HongKong, especially from the ICC. The golden hour light really makes the skyscrapers pop. But, it'll be packed. Sunrise might give you clearer skies and fewer people, but the light isn't as dramatic. Midday is... well, midday. Harsh shadows, unless you're going for that specific look. To avoid crowds at sunset, try going a bit before the actual sunset – like half an hour or so. You'll still catch the gorgeous light, and there'll be fewer people jostling for position. Also, consider exploring slightly less popular viewpoints nearby, instead of just sticking to the most famous spots. A little walk can make a big difference. And, you know, patience. Sometimes you gotta wait for that perfect moment when everyone else moves out of the way.

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brigittaja… · #Swings

Shun Lee Tsuen Playground Conundrum?

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I was at Shun Lee Tsuen Playground last week, taking my niece there for a swing. It's cute, right? But man, the swings are... old. Seriously, they creaked like a haunted house. My niece loved them,… more

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maikelemke ·

Lol, those old swings in Hong Kong playgrounds are a thing. They're like, a rite of passage. I swear, they’ve been there since the British handed things over. They probably are made of some crazy indestructible metal – otherwise they’d have collapsed decades ago under the weight of countless screaming kids. Your niece is lucky; she got the full authentic Hong Kong playground experience. Just keep an eye on the little one, and maybe pack some extra bandages.

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brigittajansen · · OP

Totally! My niece is obsessed with those swings now. She keeps saying "again, again!" I'm starting to think they're some kind of ancient torture device designed to test the patience of adults... but hey, at least she's getting her exercise. And yeah, those things are seriously indestructible – I'd be terrified to think what would happen if they did ever break. Thanks for the heads-up on the bandages! I should probably carry a first-aid kit with me next time, haha.

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