Praying figure in black and white

So many details, so many photos! Sorry I've been out of touch for awhile, things have just gotten very busy, but I think it's back to normal now. Photo taken in December 2016.

Sacred Buddhas

Phnom Santuk is considered a holy site of pilgrimage for Cambodian Buddhists. There are several images of Buddha carved directly into the mountain stone. This one shows Buddha in a meditative pose.

Here's a walking Buddha - though he is on a much smaller scale. You can see the most important reclining Buddha here (I didn't get a photo of my own).

And just for fun, here are some monkeys looking for food on one of the offering stands. Photos taken in December 2016.

Details

Elephants are a recurring motif throughout Southeast Asia. I really like this one on the fences of the royal palace in Phnom Pench. More fences can be found at Friday Fences. Photo taken in December 2016.

Offerings in monochrome

Another scene from Wat Phnom in Phnom Penh. Photo taken in December 2016.

More Buddhas

Spiritual life is very important to Cambodians. Buddhist temples abound in every large city and even in small villages. I find the practice fascinating and I want to learn more about it.

This Buddha and many others were found at the Wat Phnom. It is both the physical and spiritual center of Phnom Penh. There are more signs to be found at Signs, Signs. Photos taken in December 2016.

Inside the bridge

A look through the Japanese Friendship Bridge from a different angle. It's a popular spot with tourists and there was often a queue to walk across as only a certain number of people can be on the bridge at once. Photo taken in November 2016.

Protector

A stone dragon protects the entrance to one of the palace buildings in Hue. Photo taken in November 2016.

Ruins of Saint Paul

All that remains of the beautiful Saint Paul's church in the historic center of Macau is the facade. Unfortunately it was destroyed by fire and never rebuilt. Photo taken in November 2016.

Confidential to my dad: Happy birthday!!!

Spiral

Looking up at one of the grand casino/hotels in Macau. Photo taken in November 2016.

Looking through

Arches also make great natural frames! Photo taken in August 2016.

Arches in monochrome

I have a thing for arches. There were so many beautiful examples of them in Lisbon, especially here at the Jerónimos Monastery. Photo taken in August 2016.

Details in black and white

A look at some of the beautiful details in the Jerónimos Monastery. 

I think they look especially good in black and white.

I can never resist a fierce lion! Photos taken in August 2016.

Arches in black and white

I just love arches and there were plenty to be found in Lisbon! These line the Praça do Comércio, a square I strolled through at almost all times of the day. Photo taken in August 2016.

Feet on the street

On the streets of Lisbon. Photo taken in August 2016.

The classic

A classic Lisbon street scene. Photo taken in August 2016.

Details

A beautifully detailed gate in front of the Elevador Santa Justa in Lisbon. More gates and fences can be found here. Photo taken in August 2016.

Black and white beauty

I just love how European cities always have such beautiful, old train stations. Lisbon's Estação de Caminhos de Ferro do Rossio is no exception. More treasures can be found here. Photo taken in August 2016.

Feet on the street

Looking down in Dortmund. Photo taken in July 2016.

Hollandia

I just love crests. This one represents the old empire of Holland with the proud lion. Take a look at Signs, Signs. Photo taken in May 2016.

Den Haag

One of the many bridges you'll find in the Hague. For more treasures, take a look here. Photo taken in May 2016.