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• ★ Memories of Japan I: Fushimi Inari, Temple of the Thousand Torii

  
  Over the years, I've felt like I owe a beautiful set of locations to this Magazine -- memories of my trip to Japan. Since it's better late than never, I've finally decided to get in front of the keyboard , write about the wonderful trip and share it with you. Let's start with Fushimi Inari, the temple of the thousand Torii, located in Kyoto.
  May 20, 2013 5 comments 6 likes

• SoLocations: Finding Peace in Davao City

  
  Often times, I find myself more comfortable shooting alone, because I can focus more on my shots and I can go unnoticed by people. Also, some places are more beautiful if you shoot it alone, especially temples because you have to be silent; you need to find peace to capture the feel of the place in your photos.
  May 01, 2013 1 comment 7 likes

• ★ Purify Yourself at Pura Tirta Empul, Bali

  
  Pura Tirta Empul is a Hindu temple in Bali Island, Indonesia. The name of "Tirta Empul" means "crystal clear stream". It is famous for its holy water where people go for purification and various religious ceremonies.
  March 04, 2013 4 comments 5 likes

• ★ Uluwatu Temple, Bali

  
  Uluwatu Temple officially known as Pura Luhur Uluwatu, a Balinese sea temple in Bali. Built in the 11th century, it is one of nine directional temples meant to protect Bali from evil spirits. Uluwatu Temple is a must visit place when you travel to Bali, Indonesia since it is an awesome and spectacular place.
  January 31, 2013 15 comments 15 likes

• Mu Ryang Sa Temple

  
  Tucked at the back of Palolo Valley lies a Korean Buddhist temple steeped in culture, complete with beautiful architecture and statues.
  November 30, 2012 1 comment 4 likes

• Byodo-in Temple, Hawaii

  
  A temple to commemorate 100 years of Japanese presence in Hawaii.
  November 22, 2012 3 likes

• Visiting Tanah Lot: Land in the Middle of the Sea

  
  Literally means “Land in the Middle of the Sea” in Balinese language, Tanah Lot has an exotic and scenic appeal making it a popular destination for tourists, both locals and foreigners. It is home of the famous Hindu pilgrimage temple, Pura Tanah Lot, located on a rocky formation surrounded by the open sea.
  August 13, 2012 1 like

• Culture Visit at Ang Mo Kio Temple

  
  Hello guys, this is the first time that I've ever written an article about culture. As I am Chinese, I've decided to write about Taoism, a religion that is practiced by many Chinese people in Singapore. The biggest Taoism event is mainly held in the temple and during such an event, one gets to see a big crowd comprised of both young and old people. It is held on the birthday of a particular deity.
  May 29, 2012

• ★ Your Neighborhood’s Boring? Look Again

  
  Think you got nothing to shoot? Try looking at your own neighborhood again. You’ll be surprised at what you can find if you looked hard enough.
  May 16, 2012 6 comments 7 likes

• Unique Chin Swee Caves Temple on the Hill

  
  The Chin Swee Temple is located 4600 feet above sea level, which is about a 5- to 10-minute drive down from Genting Highlands. The temple is situated in the most scenic site of Genting, and was built by Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong.
  April 16, 2012 4 likes

• Macau in Black and White: A Blend of East and West, Past and Present

  
  Macau is a delightful place to visit for its unique yet harmonious clash of heritage: the mixture of oriental East and Portuguese influence spice up the destination like nowhere else!
  April 10, 2012 3 likes

• Portraits of Strangers in Malaysia

  
  Let me share with you some photos of strangers I took with my lomography cameras in Malaysia!
  March 30, 2012 5 likes

• Exploring Plaosan Temple Complex,Yogyakarta

  
  Plaosan Temple is one of the Hindu-Buddha temples located in Bugisan Village, which is east of Yogyakarta City and about 1 kilometer northeast of Prambanan Temple. Plaosan Temple was built in the mid 9th century by Sri Kahulunnan or Pramodhawardhani, the daughter of Samaratungga, a descendant of the Sailendra Dynasty, and who was married to Rakai Pikatan in the Hindu tradition.
  March 23, 2012 3 comments 7 likes

• A Trip to Carpenter Street: One of the Oldest Streets in Kuching

  
  Carpenter Street - one of the earliest streets in Kuching that is rich in history and is well preserved up to this day. I went and explore the street like a tourist and the result are amazing! This street is located in the city center and filled with old and new shop lots.
  March 17, 2012 5 likes

• The Cave Temple at Kek Look Tong

  
  The Kek Look Tong Cave Temple is a tourist attraction situated in the natural and picturesque area of Gunung Rapat in the south of Ipoh - the capital of Perak state in west Malaysia. It is owned and managed by Kek Look Seah (a nonprofit organization).
  February 02, 2012 2 likes

• Waterloo Street Temple

  
  There is a very well known Kuan Yin (观音) Bodhisattva, the Goddess of Mercy's temple in Singapore and it is located in Waterloo Street. The name of the temple is Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple. It was built in 1884 and reconstructed in 1895. It is one of the oldest temples in Singapore. It was then reconstructed again in 1982 so as to increase their capacity for worshipers as there is an ever increasing number of worshipers over the years. Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple is also involved in health and educational organization through charity work.
  January 23, 2012 2 comments 1 like

• Angkor Wat: Kingdom of Wonder

  
  This is not the first location feature of Angkor Wat here in Lomography but I would still love to share my experience of traveling to Angkor Wat, instead of just saying a story about Angkor Wat.
  December 28, 2011 5 comments 9 likes

• Tow Moo Keong Temple, Kuantan: Nine Emperor Gods Festival

  
  The Nine Emperor Gods Festival is one of the big festivals for Taoists in Southeast Asia. This is a nine-day celebration beginning on the first day of the 9th lunar month of the Chinese calendar.
  December 26, 2011 5 comments 8 likes

• Banteay Srey, Cambodia

  
  There are three temples which you must visit in Cambodia. The first is Angkor Wat and the second is Bayon Temple, and last but not the least is the Banteay Srei Temple.
  December 14, 2011 5 likes

• Angkor Wat, Cambodia

  
  Angkor Wat is without a doubt, the most famous and most visited on everyone's Southeast Asian list of must-sees. So far, none of the people that I know who have been to Cambodia wasn't visiting the country just for this location.
  December 13, 2011 1 comment 6 likes