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![𝓛𝓲𝓸𝓷𝓼, 𝓓𝓻𝓪𝓰𝓸𝓷𝓼 & 𝓣𝓾𝓴-𝓽𝓾𝓴𝓼: 𝓟𝓸𝓼𝓽𝓬𝓪𝓻𝓭𝓼 𝓯𝓻𝓸𝓶 𝓐𝓼𝓲𝓪
𝐻𝒶𝓇𝒷𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝐿𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉𝓈 & 𝐻𝒾𝒹𝒹𝑒𝓃 𝒜𝓁𝓁𝑒𝓎𝓈 - 𝒱𝑜𝓁. 𝟦
They call it the Monster Building - and standing in its shadow, it’s easy to see why.
This massive residential complex in Quarry Bay is actually made up of five interconnected buildings, forming a dense, maze-like structure that’s become one of Hong Kong’s most photographed spots 📸🏢
Stacked balconies, weathered facades, laundry lines, air conditioners - it’s urban life layered on top of urban life. And somehow, it’s beautiful.
✨ Did you know? Despite the nickname, the building’s real names are Fok Cheong, Montane Mansion, and a few others - home to thousands of residents. It gained global fame after being featured in movies like Transformers: Age of Extinction and Ghost in the Shell.
Some call it chaotic. Others call it art.
But no one walks away without feeling something.
Would you want to live in a place like this - or does the thought of such density overwhelm you? What’s the most fascinating building you’ve come across in your travels?
#MonsterBuilding #MontaneMansion #UrbanDensity #HongKongArchitecture #CityLife #ExploreHongKong #HarbourLightsAndHiddenAlleys #PostcardsFromAsia #LionsDragonsAndTuktuks #marcoexplores #HiddenHongKong #UrbanPhotography #ConcreteJungle #SoutheastAsiaTravel #WanderlustHK #travelwithme
📸 All photos in this post are my original work, unless stated otherwise. As the photographer, I reserve all rights to these images. Unauthorized use or reproduction is prohibited.
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![𝓛𝓲𝓸𝓷𝓼, 𝓓𝓻𝓪𝓰𝓸𝓷𝓼 & 𝓣𝓾𝓴-𝓽𝓾𝓴𝓼: 𝓟𝓸𝓼𝓽𝓬𝓪𝓻𝓭𝓼 𝓯𝓻𝓸𝓶 𝓐𝓼𝓲𝓪
𝒮𝓀𝓎 𝒢𝒶𝓇𝒹𝑒𝓃𝓈 & 𝒮𝓉𝓇𝑒𝑒𝓉 𝐹𝑜𝑜𝒹 𝒾𝓃 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝐿𝒾𝑜𝓃 𝒞𝒾𝓉𝓎 - 𝒱𝑜𝓁. 𝟩
Beach days, thrill rides & skyline views - Sentosa’s got it all in one island escape! 🌴🎢🐠✨
From lounging under palm trees to meeting Shrek at Universal Studios, exploring the S.E.A. Aquarium, and catching a golden sunset at Faber Peak - this island adventure hits every mood.
📍 Did you know? “Sentosa” means peace and tranquility in Malay - but between theme park screams and sky-high rides, it’s also Singapore’s wildest playground.
🎡 Spot the SkyHelix in the distance - it’s the country’s highest open-air panoramic ride (not for the faint of heart... I stayed grounded 😅).
👉 Which Sentosa highlight is your vibe - beach, rollercoasters, or undersea magic?
👇 Drop your pick in the comments & save this post for your Singapore travel inspo!
#LionsDragonsTuktuks #PostcardsFromAsia #SkyGardensAndStreetFood #SentosaIsland #SingaporeAdventures #SkyHelix #FaberPeak #UniversalStudiosSG #ShrekCastle #SEAAquarium #CableCarViews #BeachEscape #LionCity #MarcoExplores #TravelTok #AsiaVibes #SingaporeSunset #TropicalGetaway
📸 All photos in this post are my original work, unless stated otherwise. As the photographer, I reserve all rights to these images. Unauthorized use or reproduction is prohibited.
[Photo no. 1 taken by @_blanderz_]](https://scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t39.30808-6/495336571_122136315140787475_1663593479076794413_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=6wD9MIr9QkkQ7kNvwGY7eqm&_nc_oc=AdnufbbvIedu_yq-NjEGeHfDwob3YkrwMHKiTiHvp3BBTKtSO595nnoLXYNUsiDzh08&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Q3a8POUxdn4yqVF6237L7A&oh=00_AfKy5S1Z2xi_E-2t--J3oGyw2q6hiDQ-V2-cMTYwdKQB0Q&oe=6843FCFD)
![𝓛𝓲𝓸𝓷𝓼, 𝓓𝓻𝓪𝓰𝓸𝓷𝓼 & 𝓣𝓾𝓴-𝓽𝓾𝓴𝓼: 𝓟𝓸𝓼𝓽𝓬𝓪𝓻𝓭𝓼 𝓯𝓻𝓸𝓶 𝓐𝓼𝓲𝓪
𝒮𝓀𝓎 𝒢𝒶𝓇𝒹𝑒𝓃𝓈 & 𝒮𝓉𝓇𝑒𝑒𝓉 𝐹𝑜𝑜𝒹 𝒾𝓃 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝐿𝒾𝑜𝓃 𝒞𝒾𝓉𝓎 - 𝒱𝑜𝓁. 𝟧
Stepping into the Cloud Forest and Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay feels like walking into another world 🌿🌸 - a world where nature, art, and science meet under sweeping glass domes.
In the Cloud Forest, a 35-meter-tall indoor waterfall roars down a misty mountain covered in lush greenery 🌧️🏞️. Pathways spiral around the "Cloud Mountain," giving you new perspectives with every turn.
Next door in the Flower Dome, the climate shifts again - a celebration of flowers and plants from every corner of the globe 🌏🌺. From Mediterranean gardens to vibrant floral displays, it’s like a journey around the world in just a few steps.
✨ Did you know? The Cloud Forest maintains a cool-moist climate between 23–25°C (73–77°F) - designed to replicate the conditions found in tropical mountain regions like South America and Southeast Asia.
Whether it's the dramatic mist of the Cloud Forest or the colorful calm of the Flower Dome - each corner is a reminder of the beauty we share across continents.
Which dome would you explore first - the mystical Cloud Forest or the vibrant Flower Dome? 🌿🌸 Tell me below! 👇
#GardensByTheBay #CloudForest #FlowerDome #IndoorWaterfall #UrbanNature #SingaporeSights #ExploreSingapore #BotanicalWonders #TravelPhotography #GardenEscape #LionsDragonsAndTuktuks #PostcardsFromAsia #SkyGardensAndStreetFood #marcoexplores #SoutheastAsiaTravel #SingaporeGardens #NatureAndTravel #wanderlustsingapore
📸 All photos in this post are my original work, unless stated otherwise. As the photographer, I reserve all rights to these images. Unauthorized use or reproduction is prohibited.
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![𝓛𝓲𝓸𝓷𝓼, 𝓓𝓻𝓪𝓰𝓸𝓷𝓼 & 𝓣𝓾𝓴-𝓽𝓾𝓴𝓼: 𝓟𝓸𝓼𝓽𝓬𝓪𝓻𝓭𝓼 𝓯𝓻𝓸𝓶 𝓐𝓼𝓲𝓪
𝒮𝓀𝓎 𝒢𝒶𝓇𝒹𝑒𝓃𝓈 & 𝒮𝓉𝓇𝑒𝑒𝓉 𝐹𝑜𝑜𝒹 𝒾𝓃 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝐿𝒾𝑜𝓃 𝒞𝒾𝓉𝓎 - 𝒱𝑜𝓁. 𝟤
They’re not from another planet - though they could be. 🌍
The Supertrees at Gardens by the Bay are among the most surreal and beautiful sights I’ve ever seen - towering vertical gardens that blend nature 🌿, technology 🤖, and art 🎨 into one unforgettable experience.
Rising up to 50 meters high, these iconic giants aren’t just for show. They’re alive.
✨ The Supertrees are equipped with photovoltaic panels, collecting solar energy to power their own lights at night. Some even help with air circulation and rainwater collection - sustainability at its most futuristic. ☀️
By day, they’re lush with orchids, ferns, and tropical climbers 🌺🌴.
By night, they glow in rhythm with music during the Garden Rhapsody 🎶, transforming the grove into a dreamscape of sound and light 💡🌌.
Would you visit during the day or wait for the light show at night?
And if you’ve already been — what amazed you the most? 💬👇
#GardensByTheBay #SupertreeGrove #GardenRhapsody #SingaporeNature #UrbanJungle #SustainableDesign #GreenArchitecture #VisitSingapore #LionsDragonsAndTuktuks #PostcardsFromAsia #SkyGardensAndStreetFood #marcoexplores #TravelSingapore #BotanicalWonders #FutureIsNow #SoutheastAsiaTravel
📸 All photos in this post are my original work, unless stated otherwise. As the photographer, I reserve all rights to these images. Unauthorized use or reproduction is prohibited.
[Photo no. 1 taken by @_blanderz_]](https://scontent-lhr8-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t39.30808-6/492345043_122132462594787475_72946773386355804_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=F02xIJaABewQ7kNvwHfwiY1&_nc_oc=AdnH0RHphmi_V0cSdgY7q5JTM_hJVBplnKld5hOvqZ_smhhthsohs0NTmUPhotZFNYI&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-2.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Q3a8POUxdn4yqVF6237L7A&oh=00_AfLdtD9hpeg2_AOEEwtXDA6D3txOJ2jA_oDeDtuCTP_-Ww&oe=6843FCAB)
![𝓛𝓲𝓸𝓷𝓼, 𝓓𝓻𝓪𝓰𝓸𝓷𝓼 & 𝓣𝓾𝓴-𝓽𝓾𝓴𝓼: 𝓟𝓸𝓼𝓽𝓬𝓪𝓻𝓭𝓼 𝓯𝓻𝓸𝓶 𝓐𝓼𝓲𝓪 🐉
𝒮𝓀𝓎 𝒢𝒶𝓇𝒹𝑒𝓃𝓈 & 𝒮𝓉𝓇𝑒𝑒𝓉 𝐹𝑜𝑜𝒹 𝒾𝓃 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝐿𝒾𝑜𝓃 𝒞𝒾𝓉𝓎 - 𝒱𝑜𝓁. 𝟣
Few places define a skyline the way Marina Bay Sands does. Whether admired from across the water, explored from within its gleaming halls, or viewed from above on the SkyPark Deck – this architectural marvel never fails to impress. 🤯
From the calm elegance of the shopping mall to the sweeping city views high above, each perspective offers something entirely different. And yet, they all share the same sense of grandeur.
✨ A little trivia: The SkyPark, shaped like a ship balanced atop three towers, stretches longer than the Eiffel Tower laid on its side - and can hold up to four Airbus A380s. 🛫
Standing there, surrounded by the soft evening breeze and watching the sun melt into the skyline, I understood why this place is more than just a hotel. It’s a symbol - of innovation, ambition, and the bold spirit of Singapore. 🌇
Have you been to Marina Bay Sands or is it on your bucket list?
👇 Tell me your favorite view in Singapore – rooftop or ground-level?
#MarinaBaySands #SkyParkDeck #ExploreSingapore #ArchitectureLovers #UrbanEscape #LuxuryTravelMoments #SingaporeDiaries #LionsDragonsAndTuktuks #PostcardsFromAsia #SkyGardensAndStreetFood #marcoexplores #SoutheastAsiaTravel #SingaporeSkyline #ModernWonders #travelwithme
📸 All photos in this post are my original work, unless stated otherwise. As the photographer, I reserve all rights to these images. Unauthorized use or reproduction is prohibited.
[Photo no. 2 and 7 taken by @_blanderz_]](https://scontent-lhr6-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t39.30808-6/491961473_122132316464787475_8389975924424199870_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=LSD7ZduQh4QQ7kNvwFurlaU&_nc_oc=Adku-F_XKgk7s_e6KEwK_YepvVbQWnUIIfsiF646AcHLFH1XPBhXLY6XyPj23P65kgw&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr6-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Q3a8POUxdn4yqVF6237L7A&oh=00_AfLksWvE9H5Xbz1AX7p0kOuA0-nWnxq1RkSYyI7kmeDreQ&oe=6843E0D5)
