I was advised
of possibly facing “interrogation” by the immigration officer upon arrival due
to the strict immigration policy and control. Well I went through the procedure
without hassle, though I was a little annoyed when she instructed me to go for
baggage checking. Why the Caucasians queuing in front of me were exempted? …
eventually my baggage was left uninspected.
I didn’t
expect seeing so many Asians in Sydney. The Asian foods are authentic and
delicious, more variety than in Malaysia.
I like Sydney
though it’s lacking of great monument or centuries old historical buildings.
Like the cozy atmosphere, like the views of both Sydney and Darling harbours,
the breezy white-sand Bondi Beach, and I spent quite some time simmering in the
art galleries and museums. The aquarium was not bad, was excited to get inch
close to the sharks (of course separated by a glass shield). The section named
“Great Barrier Reef” with colourful corals and fishes displayed affirming my
decision to visit this world’s largest coral reefs next.
Coincidently
the yearly Mardi Gras was held in Sydney on 07-Mar-09. It was a great street
show, was fun to see the performers (majority gay and lesbian community) dressing
flamboyantly and enjoying themselves. Friends said the parade is dwindling in
size and less entertaining due to budget reduction.
Thanks to JK
(ex-schoolmate), RC (friend) and Kuan (cousin), they were my guide in Sydney.
Ha… was interesting.
Iconic Harbour Bridge.
Development of the financial capital.
Opera House, the shell like design is said best for sound quality.
Harbour Bridge.
Opera House, view from Harbour Bridge.
Sydney harbour.
Museum train station, the train system in Sydney is extensive.
Water Taxi, not cheap, rather for a joy ride.
Darling harbour, beautiful blue.
Sydney Aquarium - dugong.
Sydney Aquarium's huge beasts - sharks and manta ray.
Sydney Aquarium - the glass tunnel.
Sydney Aquarium - huge tank.
Darling harbour.
Darling harbour.
Wonderful spiral fountain.
Spanish Quarter.
Lion dance and kungfu demonstration during Chinese New Year at Cabramatta.
ANZ Stadium, a free live concert was being held during our visit.
Harbour Bridge night view, though no fire works tonight.
Glimmering Opera House in the dark.
Royal National Park - beach, water was cold but excellent for sunbathing.
Royal National Park.
Suyana, Freya & Audrey.
Dinner at Kuan's place.
Art Gallery of NSW.
Art Gallery of NSW - main hall.
Art Gallery of NSW - exhibits.
Art Gallery of NSW - don't know the title, just like it.
St. Mary Cathedral.
Homeless in the city park.
TV Tower.
Queen Victoria Building (QVB).
Queen Victoria Building (QVB) , a shopping mall full of luxurious brand boutiques.
Cafe inside QVB.
National Museum of NSW.
National Museum of NSW - racks of reptile.
National Museum of NSW - skeleton.
National Museum of NSW - aboriginal arts section. I don't understand the story behind but just loving the colours and patterns.
National Museum of NSW - aboriginal arts section, simpler design. Lizards and crocodiles are common feature in their arts.
National Museum of NSW - documentary of chained slaves.
National Museum of NSW - skeleton of a dinosaur.
Various of flies pinned on the boards.
Beautiful blue ring octopus - the most venomous species in the world.
The men (right) strolled the dogs asking for donation.
Martin place.
I met David Beckham.
Railway Station building.
World's largest cruise - Queen Mary 2 berthed at Sydney.
Bondi beach, fine white sand but the water was way too cold.
Bondi beach - facilities for skateboarding.
Bondi beach, lots of sunbathers.
Adults entertainment at Kings Cross.
Huge Coca-Cola signboard, landmark of Kings Cross.
Fish market was crowded with tourists.
Highly demanded fresh oysters.
A pallet of seafoods.
On the ferry to Watson Bay.
Lunar Park.
Watson Bay.
Watson Bay, the view is great.
View from Watson Bay.
Circular Quay station.
Newly bought Polo cap.
Cafe in Newtown.
Map on a wall - Newtown.
Serene Olympic Park.
Olympic Park.
Well organized Taronga Zoo.
Taronga Zoo - always sleepy koala bear.
Taronga Zoo - chimpanzees were lured with bananas.
Taronga Zoo - seals performance.
Taronga Zoo - lion on the opposite of the glass.
A dump look.
Taronga Zoo - red panda.
Nielsen Park.
Mardi Gras at Hyde Park.
Dressing up for the parade.
Happy Mardi Gras.
Trousers exchanging contest.
Men... oh men...
Rainbow flag.
Valiant female bikers.
Big bikes parade.
Guys in swimming trunks.
Music blared out loud.
Huge wing.
Yum Cha, having wonderful dim sum for the breakfast.
Paddy's market is catered for ordinary class consumers.
Pole dancing studio.
Nude in rocking chair - Pablo Picasso 1956.
Peasants' houses - Camille Pissaro 1887.
Head of a peasant - Vincent van Gogh 1884.
Playing chess in the park.
Me, Audrey and JK.
Dog racing... super exciting.
