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what are ur bobs burgers location theories...... i know it takes place in new jesery w/ some architectural inspo from san francisco but I don't know much about nj seeing as im not even american lol

Omg omg! I have so many thoughts about this.

So, for background, I’m from New Jersey. As a result, over the years, I’ve collected some theories as to towns that inspired Seymour’s Bay.

Asbury Park- yeah, like that one Springsteen album. It’s a very touristy area in the summer. There’s a boardwalk and a beach, as well as the famous Wonder Bar. I’m convinced that the Wonder Wharf is named after the Wonder Bar

Keyport- this is a small town by the bay where you can see Manhattan straight across. I know Sam Francisco architecture was an inspiration for the buildings, but main street here looks too much like Ocean Avenue to be a coincidence, at least, to me.

Red Bank- I love this town. It’s so funky and artsy. It’s not quite a beach town, but it is by a river! The architecture is also a little funky, which I think matches the vibe of the town. It’s very charming with a Seymour’s Bay type of uniqueness to it. I also think Lily is buried here, because Redburn sounds like Red Bank.

Long Branch- this one is a more affluent area, but it’s one of my favorite beach towns. There’s a boardwalk, some beautiful waterfront restaurants, and funky little shops.

Atlantic City- do I even need to explain this one? AC is home to not only the longest boardwalk in the state, but in America. It’s probably the most famous spot in all of New Jersey. While I’ve personally never been, the boardwalk is iconic and I wouldn’t be surprised if it served as inspiration for Wonder Wharf.

Keansburg- okay this one is more based off of one single personal experience. Over the summer, I was at the Keansburg boardwalk with my family getting hot dogs. We leave the hot dog place and I see a guy go by in a golf cart. Naturally, I turn to my mom and go “Mr. Fischoeder?” I mean, the guy was in a jersey beach town, at the boardwalk, on a golf cart! I genuinely started to question if I live in the show that day. And then we were walking along the boardwalk and I start to notice that the set up is a little too familiar. It looked like Wonder Wharf, especially in the movie. I can’t really find photos of the amusement park setup, but you have got to trust me.

Some other thoughts that I have:

I think the location is around the Long Branch area. I remember in Sauce Side Story, when the kids go to Bottom Hook, my mom and I scrambled to find the maps app. There’s this town, Sandy Hook, that we think is supposed to be Bottom Hook, and Louise was saying how far it was from their town. We looked to see what town would be the same distance from Sandy Hook, and it fell on Long Branch.

I think Linda’s hometown of Hunkataway is named in honor of Piscataway or Rahway. We have a lot of Lenape area names around here, and that’s probably in reference to that. I wouldn’t be surprised if her accent was from Jersey City, though.

I believe the Wharf Arts Center is based off of the PNC Arts Center, an amphitheater that’s also the only place big names come to perform in the area in places than aren’t Newark, NYC, or Philly.

I’ve noticed that the Belchers, or at least Bob, fold their pizza, which is such a New Jersey thing. I felt so seen there.

Kings Head Island has got to be Long Island. The spot that’s just a ferry ride away and where all the rich people live?? That’s literally just Long Island, New York.

Remember last year when that one guy dumped literally hundreds of pounds of pasta in the woods and people were saying it was Jimmy Pesto? That happened in my hometown. Granted, it was on the other side of town from me, but yeah. Jimmy Pesto dumped pasta in my hometown ig

When Tina asked Tammy for Becky’s phone number in V for Valentine-detta, she said it started with 201. That’s a New Jersey area code and, according to my mom, used to be more widespread through the state, instead of a small bit in North Jersey like it is now.

I know the name Seymour’s Bay came from a joke with the crew, but omg what if it’s also in reference to Raritan Bay?

Not a theory, but my mom is so Linda coded and I’m very Tina. Like we’re actually them. I think I made a post once about how much my mom is like Linda.

That thing in local she-ro with the local celebrity was so real bc celebrities can be cryptid there sometimes. Bruce Springsteen and Bon Jovi will just show up to the local ice cream shop sometimes

In conclusion, I really love bob’s burgers and how New Jersey it is. And I will talk anyone’s ear off about it, like I just did. Thank you for indulging me 🫶

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All Fischoder headcanons? With male reader, any and all headcanons :>

All Fischoeder headcannons with male reader

Grover Fischoeder

. Y’all probably met in law school

. In this instance I believe you got him a graduation present- and he bought you a heart shaped cufflink or bracelet

.HAND 👏 HOLDING

. He’s never gotten any sort of affection from his family especially Calvin and Felix so he gets so flustered over hand holding and general intamacy

.matching suits are a definite

. I can imagine it kind of being like him standing infront of you and saying that you asked for no pickles in your burger

. Long bed cuddles when you both don’t have any law cases to study up for

.one time you were rival lawyers, the sexual tension was high in that courtroom

FELIX FISCHOEDER

.Jazz Club Dates- I will not change my mind

. PDA THROUGH THE ROOF (as long as he has your consent)

. Let’s be honest you’re definitely a: I’m gonna punch him x no let’s just annoy him kind of couple

. You gotta have patience with Felix cause he’s used to getting what he wants but you are probably the only person who can calm him down apart from Calvin

. You two definitely attend pride parades together, felix probably buys y’all a float and makes out with you on it (if you’re comfy with it)

. Speaking of buying things- I feel like Felix prefers bought things to handmade things, but loves when you customize it slightly, like he opens the gift and omg its the thing he mentioned he’d like to have once before in passing and you’ve painted a cute portrait of you both on it and oh my god he loves it

.Very suppoftive mildly possessive bf with insecurity

CALVIN FISCHOEDER

.you probably met because you’re a tenant in Wonder Wharf

.He definitely shows you off at all moments

. “Oh yes this is my HANDSOME boyfriend WHO I LOVE VERY MUCH”

. Definitely calls you the love of his life or his king of the Wharf

. Classy dates at restaurants that end in dancing down the street drunk

. Rides in his golf cart to god knows where and having a luxurious picnic

. PDA is on par with Felix

. Loves to duet with you, doesn’t care if your bad at singing- still loves to sing with you

. Outright tells you he’s in shady business so you know about it from him and not someone who could twist it

. Make out sessions in the secret clubhouse under the molehill

. I can imagine you buying a very expensive looking white eyepatch for him one anniversary, maybe with a cute inscription inside so when he takes it off he sees it

. He probably gets self conscious about his missing eye and eye patch so I feel like if you smooch his eyepatch he’ll fall a little deeper in love with you

*･゜ﾟ･*:.｡..｡.:*･'(*ﾟ▽ﾟ*)'･*:.｡. .｡.:*･゜ﾟ･*

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Bach Dang Wharf in Ho Chi Minh City

A vibrant, magnificent and developed city with modern and majestic buildings, Bach Dang Wharf in Ho Chi Minh City is one of the unique and attractive tourist destinations that should not be missed when visiting. here.

Address of Bach Dang wharf

As one of the famous tourist destinations in Vietnam, Bach Dang wharf (Saigon) is associated with typical historical events of the nation. When coming here, visitors will have the opportunity to admire the panoramic view of the modern, bustling city on the romantic Saigon River and experience special services such as dining, entertainment and cruises at Bach Dang Wharf.

In addition to its historical value, Bach Dang wharf is also a "quality" entertainment destination for local people and foreign tourists when coming to Ho Chi Minh City because of its beautiful river view and spacious premises, modern architecture.

Amusement areas at Bach Dang wharf

Located in a prime location right next to the banks of the Saigon River, Bach Dang Wharf is the most favorite destination of locals as well as tourists on weekends, especially young people who come here to enjoy the scenery. beautiful and luxurious virtual check-in.

Dinner on the cruise ship at Bach Dang wharf at night

Possessing a large Saigon River system stretching around the city, passing through famous and beautiful places. The Saigon River cruise ship offers exciting river travel experiences for visitors who have the opportunity to fully enjoy the cruise ship restaurant here.

In addition, you can also enjoy the buffet party on the Indochina Queen cruise ship with more than 40 delicious dishes with a variety of ingredients. Or a delicious dinner party with more than 17 Indochina Queen Chinese dinner party menu sets available for you to choose from.

Travel Bach Dang River with the 5-star Saigon Princess cruise ship - This is one of the most luxurious, modern and majestic ships at Bach Dang wharf. Premium menu with many high-class Asian and European delicacies, carefully selected to be included in the menu, to suit the taste of each customer. There are vegetarian dishes, savory dishes and a children's menu.

Tourist boat rental schedule at Bach Dang wharf usually lasts about more than 2 hours and operates on a night cruise on the Saigon River.

2. Take virtual photos at Bach Dang wharf

Bach Dang Wharf is an ideal and great place for you as well as tourists coming to Ho Chi Minh City to check-in and take virtual photos in a very "chill" way, with impressive movies and souvenir photos. . Not only does it showcase the modernity, grandeur and spaciousness of the Bach Dang wharf area, it also brings the most freedom and comfort when experiencing Bach Dang wharf tourism.

Walking around the wharf, there are many interesting suggestions for great photos with a river view for you, such as Bach Dang wharf park, Bach Dang wharf bus station or Bach Dang wharf cruise if you want. Register to book tickets at https://thuyensaigon.vn/ us.

3. Rent a cruise on the Bach Dang river to travel

Travel to Bach Dang wharf with high-class, modern Bach Dang river yachts imbued with trendy and unique personal style with luxury personal yacht rental service with attractive rental prices, available from A - Z, quality guaranteed.

A few yachts for your reference: King Yacht, Galeon 420 Fly, Galeon 620 Fly, Yacht 11, Yacht 12,…

In addition to yacht rental services and tourist boat rental services at Bach Dang wharf, you can also choose canoe rental services with cheaper fares with the itinerary departing from Bach Dang wharf to cruise along. Follow the Saigon River or travel by river to Binh Duong, Dong Nai, Can Tho.

4. Bach Dang wharf park

Located right next to Bach Dang Wharf, Bach Dang Park is considered a "green lung" in the heart of the city, running along the Saigon River with a total length of about 1,352m and 8,000m2 wide. The address is located on To Duc Thang street, center of District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.

The park has a system of trees, lawns, walkways, lighting systems, automatic watering,… and beautiful views, three sides facing the river, helping to create a unique and modern look for the landscape. security and freshness for people's lives.

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Introducing Eastside Sydney!

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Introducing Eastside Sydney!

The micro-precincts of Eastside Sydney are just a stone’s throw from the CBD, nestled within sprawling parklands, sprinkled with heritage architecture and are home to some of Sydney’s best food, drink, late night entertainment and retail experiences.

WORDS Lorraine Lock

The newly branded Eastside Sydney comprises Woolloomooloo, Potts Point, Kings Cross, Darlinghurst and Surry Hills.

It’s long been home to a diverse mob of misfits, scoundrels and dreamers; from the razor gangs that fought over sly grog in the 1920s, to post WWII immigrants who added countless flavours to its cultural milieu.

Hosting Sydney’s famous Golden and Glittering Miles of Oxford Street and Darlinghurst Road, Eastside is a melting pot of people, arts and culture: fiercely independent, eclectic, creative and queer!

A handful of micro-precincts reside here, each with their own style and specialities.

Sydney’s ‘alter-ego’ is easily accessed by walking, as you flow effortlessly from one precinct to the other, making it the ideal area to explore over a day or a weekend – or longer!

Taster of the precincts

What can you expect around Eastside Sydney?

It would be impossible to pick out a favourite with all of the neighbourhoods having a different style but it’s definitely an art, design and food led culture with offerings to tantalise – anything from quirky street style to sophistication and the budget to match.

Take the Kings X Quarter, once a notorious area, now reinventing itself with a clutch of small bars, speakeasies and upmarket nighttime destinations.

Explore the streets and alley-ways off the main drag just behind the famous Coke Sign and discover your own new favourite late-night venue with burlesque, live music and cocktails flowing.

Around the corner, past the El Alamein Fountain is Potts Point Village – the more genteel end of the point with fashion and interior stores selling highly curated local and international designer brands and upmarket French and Italian brasseries and bars offering a wide range of cuisine options day and night.

The Rainbow Precinct encompasses Taylor Square and Oxford Street, long-time home and stomping ground of Sydney’s LGBTQIA+ community, where you can find a drag or variety show every night as Oxford reaffirms its place as a place to go for a good time with like-minded people. Here’s the place to find your tribe!

Nearby, the Hollywood Quarter is indisputably one of Sydney’s best dining destinations with a clutch of hatted restaurants nestled together in just one square kilometre. HQ also boasts trendy boutique hotels; old school pubs with live music; and its very own arthouse cinema and bar.

Eastside Sydney is also book-ended by the National Art School, the Australian Museum, NSW State Library, NSW Art Gallery and Botanic Gardens so there’s plenty to explore and enjoy both indoors and out.

Exploring Sydney’s Eastside is an invitation to discover the true charm of this area’s inner city vibe where locals and visitors alike can relax, have fun and enjoy the best that Sydney has to offer.

The Heart of Surry Hills is centred around the “community hub” of the library and Shannon Reserve, known for its relaxed vibe and trendy atmosphere.

Here you can satisfy your taste buds and quench your thirst with fabulous eateries, charming cafes, and cosy bars and pubs all within a few blocks.

Plus, there’s plenty of designer shops to spark your curiosity.

Woolloomooloo combines waterfront luxury with post-industrial charm and is surrounded by the lush Botanic Gardens and sparkling Sydney Harbour.

There is some seriously fine dining on the water in a spectacular converted industrial finger wharf.

The local pub scene is strong too with untouched heritage gems and refurbished establishments dotted through the neighbourhood.

It’s a simple walk between half a dozen venues variably offering water views, beer gardens, pub grub, trivia nights, tv sports and local interaction.

Micro-precinct

What’s a Micro-precinct? Well it seems to be the buzzword right now with the NSW Government supporting an initial 21 precincts across Sydney to “develop their local business communities and grow their districts into vibrant going-out hubs”.

It’s the NSW Government’s 24-Hour Economy Strategy for Greater Sydney!

For more information go to: www.nsw.gov.au/business-and-economy/greater-sydneys-24-hour-economy/uptown accelerator

-Lorraine Lock is the manager of Eastside Sydney and the Rainbow Precinct Coordinator

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Embark on the most effective of San Francisco - Traveling the Embarcadero

Flanked by a rejuvenated midtown district and the San Francisco Bay, the Embarcadero (Spanish for "the location to begin") absolutely measures up to its name. Stretching from the junction of 2nd and King roads near the Bay Bridge and also AT&T Park to Pier 45 at Fisherman's Wharf, this beachfront street is a direct line to the very best of San Francisco. Shop hotel accommodations, sights, shopping, farmers' markets, home entertainment as well as beautiful food are within very easy reach of the Embarcadero. Whether you select to check out through a conventional wire auto ride, by car or on foot, bring your cam and your cravings san francisco private tours. Photo opportunities as well as cooking delights will certainly border you every which way around of San Francisco.

Deluxe Hotel Lodging Puts You in the Heart of the City

Whether taking a trip for company or satisfaction, sightseeing is easier in the midtown district of San Francisco with a deluxe hotel on the beachfront. Search the neighborhood destinations, after that go back to your space to save your treasures before navigating even more treasure-hunting or supper and a program.

The Highlights of the Embarcadero

As you make your method up the Embarcadero, you'll find many of San Francisco's favorite views:

Rincon Park - Cupid's Span

Virtually everybody has actually crooned along with famous vocalist Tony Bennett as his gold voice sang, "I left my heart in San Francisco." As a homage to that timeless, sculptors Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen erected Cupid's Span in Rincon Park in 2003. The bow, with its arrow implanted in the ground, neglects the San Francisco Bay.

Ferry Building Marketplace

This abundant industry bustles with a flurry of visitors daily searching for the freshest and most special food and various other rewards. Fishmongers offer regional selections of fish captured from the bay. Gourmet delicious chocolates, artisan cheeses, organic fruit and vegetables and other tasty deals with can also be located. Delight in lunch bayside at one of the lots of extraordinary dining establishments and cafes, then browse through the large selection of stores found out there or from the many local farmers' fruit and vegetables during the weekend's farmers' market. The Embarcadero The Embarcadero Center uses seasonal fun consisting of an ice skating rink from November till January plus year-round tourist attractions such as the Farmer's Market as well as the Embarcadero Center Cinema. The cinema is house to numerous prominent independent movies as well as ranks nationally among the most prestigious and also effective movie theaters. Fisherman's Wharf A very easy ride, compliments of the F Market trams, takes you to the world-famous Fisherman's Wharf. Go to Pier 39 where you'll twist via a typical boardwalk atmosphere full with video clip game, road performers as well as more. Not to be missed are the sea lions, who have their very own docks for dozing; stores loaded with keepsakes; family-oriented amusement as well as a variety of scrumptious food from street suppliers to fine dining. Boutique resort accommodations, sights, shopping, farmers' markets, home entertainment and also elegant food are within very easy reach of the Embarcadero. Photo possibilities and culinary delights will border you at every turn in this area of San Francisco. The bow, with its arrowhead dental implanted in the ground, overlooks the San Francisco Bay. Enjoy lunch bayside at one of the several extraordinary restaurants as well as coffee shops, then surf through the huge choice of shops located in the Market or from the numerous regional farmers' produce throughout the weekend's farmers' market. A very easy flight, compliments of the F Market trams, takes you to the world-famous Fisherman's Wharf.

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Oops

Yesterday got away from me.  I ended up organizing a few more boxes (yes, we still have stuff in boxes).  I haven’t put anything away in the grandgirl’s room because it still has to be painted.  I haven’t put anything away in the living room because we’re still waiting for flooring.  The master bedroom has a couple of boxes in one corner, but those will be organized into baskets in the closet - they don’t count.  Most pictures and mirrors are still in boxes because the floor installer requested that anything on the walls be removed.  Our living room furniture will be delivered the 31st so we’re still in limbo there.  We have a few pieces that we brought up from Tennessee and they look sad and lonely.  

Notice the paint samples taped to the far wall.  I have to see them in bright sunlight as well as evening shadows.  The left is Comfort Gray, the right is Sea Salt.  They’re both wonderful, calming, blue-green-gray tones.  Sea Salt is my favorite, but in strong light can look downright minty and that’s not my goal.  Also, neither looks great with the cabinet and the cabinet stays. Dare I chalk paint it?  Hmmm. Anywho - I processed a couple of boxes, then ran up to the grocery store for a few items, then puttered in the yard a bit. I chatted up the tomatoes, letting them know that they’re in good hands.  I’m already seeing blossoms.

Looks like they handled the transplant process okay, so I’m hoping for a bumper crop. I scattered a few sunflower seeds and a handful of zinnia seeds on the lavender hump/grave.  It’s not the perfect location for either so we’ll see what happens.  Zinnia has a way of powering through adverse conditions, so I may have some cutting flowers out there. I didn’t pop into the library, turns out you just register online and then they zip you a message when your card is ready.  I filled out and submitted the form and they’ll check my ID when I pick up the card.  Pretty sure I don’t need an appointment for that.  I hope. Better call. I’m really loving getting to know our new town. Downtown on Market street there are shops, businesses, and restaurants.  I’m looking forward to the patio dining at Caroline’s of Denton.  The menu looks tempting.  For casual dining there’s a very popular “Irish Public House”.

BUT, the place that I’m most excited about is The Foundry.  It’s an art gallery that hosts weekly classes for all sorts of things - everything from painting to sculpture to weaving.  I signed up for a beginners mosaic tile class tonight!  If I have a knack for it I’d like to attempt a pretty bird bath.  The Foundry is in an old building with interesting art just outside the doors.

I’m excited about getting involved with the artsy folks here - I can learn so much! Down by the Choptank River sits Steamboat Wharf which is home to the heritage center 

and a really neat store called The Denton Mercantile at Steamboat Wharf.

I didn’t have a great photo of the place, so here’s one I swiped from their Facebook page.

Looks like autumn, just pretend that there are hanging baskets of flowers instead of cornstalks.  Anyway, that store has everything from antiques to local artisans stuff, pretty kitchen items, gourmet groceries, you name it! You can get a darling tote bag or local honey.  You could also spend hours exploring.   Because Denton is so small, just about everything is 5minutes from our house.  My class today starts at 5 o’clock.  I can probably leave home at 4:45 and still have plenty of time to check in and get settled.  I love it.  There’s a Food Lion and a Super Walmart on opposite sides of the street, just 1.5 miles from our front door.  Plenty of unhealthy food options as well - McDonalds, Taco Bell, Dunkin’, Burger King, and so on.  We’re very fortunate to have a good-sized North Shore Medical facility less than 2 miles from us, as well as U of M Shore Regional Health.  All we lack is a Sephora and a Home Goods and for that Mickey is probably sending up a prayer of thanks. So, this is day 13 in our new spot and I’m feeling very good about our choice.  Did I mention that we’re surrounded by farm stands where the goods are picked and sold within hours?  I’m already putting a dent in the local strawberry crop. I took this screen shot the other day when I was checking to see if we’d be seeing any rain.

We’re the blue dot. Seems that, just like in Mt. Juliet, bad weather seems to break up and go around us. Is it because of the bay? Maybe the Choptank River? Or was that just one lucky instance? Both nights that storms were predicted we didn’t get more than a few sprinkles.  Interesting. Alright, time for me to work my way through a box or two and see if I can get some stuff put away in the grandgirl’s room without messing up the painting plan. Settling in, making this place a home, looking forward to a sweet summer.  Fingers crossed! Stay safe, stay well, take good care. XOXO, Nancy

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10 Best Day Trips from Amsterdam

Best Day Trips from Amsterdam 

Amsterdam is arguably one of the best cities to visit in the world and it is a great place to visit museums, art, coffee shops and culture — but there is much more to the Netherlands than Amsterdam. Within an hour from Amsterdam, you can visit the tulip fields, windmills, and even climb up sand dunes and lie on the beach and work on your tan! The Netherlands is a relatively small country, so you can get to Utrecht in 30 minutes or even Belgium in 1.5 hours since the country is relatively small. Even traveling from the northernmost city in the Netherlands (Groningen) to the southernmost point (Maastricht) takes roughly two hours. The Netherlands has an excellent system of public transportation that allows travelers to travel anywhere in the country. The trains generally run on time and are modern and comfortable. The Dutch railway company NS has a website on which you can get train schedules. Holland is the world capital of cycling! There are over 32,000 kilometers of bike paths stretching out in all directions, letting you cycle from one city to another with ease if you wish. For nearby cities like Haarlem and Leiden, it is possible to bike from Amsterdam Centraal in an hour to these cities. With this list of the top day trips from Amsterdam, you can get away from Amsterdam and explore the rest of the Netherlands.  

Amsterdam Day Trips

In this list of day trips from Amsterdam, only places within a two-hour train ride from Amsterdam were included. It is possible to access all of these sights in one day by public transportation.  

Recommended Amsterdam Day Trips

1. Haarlem

The short train ride to Haarlem makes it an ideal day trip from Amsterdam. Haarlem is often described as a smaller, more compact version of historical Amsterdam. Haarlem is less hectic than Amsterdam and offers a more authentic experience. It is essentially a suburb of Amsterdam so it is easy to get to. In fact if the hotel prices in Amsterdam are to high for you staying in Haarlem is a good alternative. Haarlem is seen as a quieter, gentler Amsterdam – which is in fact only 15 minutes away by train. Haarlem's Christmas market is quite possibly the top Christmas market in the Netherlands. The event is centered around the city’s Grote Markt (main square). On a regular Saturday, however, the square will have local stalls offering cheese, clothing, souvenirs, and more. There is a church located right near the square and a variety of bars and cafes. Throughout your stay, be sure to enjoy a boat ride along the canals, observe the authentic windmill located directly in the city, and finish the day at Jopenkerk, a church-turned-brewery. And, trust me the beer here is way better than the beer at the T'ij brewery in Amsterdam even though that one is located in a cool windmill.   2. Tulip Fields in Lisse and Keukenhorf, Netherlands

Most tourists come to the Netherlands in the springtime to view the world-famous tulip fields. Lisse is the best place to see them. Just 40 minutes by train from Amsterdam, Lisse is an easy day trip from Amsterdam. The striking colors of the flowering tulip bulbs are a typical sight in Holland during the spring. The bright red, pink and yellow colors are overwhelmingly beautiful and are a must see, or should we say, a must experience! Keukenhof is situated in Lisse, and is one of the world's largest flower gardens. The park is home to over 800 beautiful tulip and flower arrangements. There are several attractions around the gardens, including a petting zoo, art installations, restaurants, and boat trips. Tourists do tend to overcrowd this area. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you purchase fast-track tickets that include transfers. You don’t have to go to Keukenhof to see the tulips; there are plenty of tulip fields scattered all over the Lisse province that are open to the public. We suggest renting bicycles and cycling around the fields to admire them. You can also take a tulip bicycle tour with a guide to see them.   3. Zaanse Schans

The Netherlands isn’t complete without mentioning the iconic Dutch windmill and wooden clogs. The Dutch are known for their windmills, and the closest one to Amsterdam is Zaanse Schans, a town dating back to the 19th century. Looking around you at the Zaanse Schans, you will see nothing but history. Take a tour of the wooden windmills and try on traditional Dutch clogs and savour some Dutch cheese. Zaanse Schans is one of the very best places to visit in the Netherlands. The Zaanse Schans takes its name from an earthen sconce, a fortification from the Eighty Years’ War (the uprising against Spanish rule). From 1961 to 1974 old buildings from all over the Zaanstreek were relocated here from all over the Netherlands. Getting to Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam by bus can be accomplished in 30 minutes from Central Station.   4. Delft

In the Netherlands there is no shortage of adorable towns, however, Delft stands out as my favorite. Delft is best known for its pottery, especially Delftware pottery! There is even a factory here that produces Delftware. Delft is not only known for the pottery, but also for its beautiful churches, charming boutiques, and cozy cafes. Delft is a popular tourist destination in the Netherlands, famous for its historical connections with the reigning House of Orange-Nassau, for its blue pottery, for being home to the painter Jan Vermeer, Vermeer is buried in the Old Church. Make sure you climb the clock tower for the best view in Delft. Delft is the perfect place to visit if you'd like to see beautiful Dutch architecture without the crowds that Amsterdam attracts.   5. The Hague (Den Haag) & Scheveningen Beach

The Hague is located approximately one hour train ride away from Amsterdam and is the perfect day trip destination. The city is beautifully designed and the city has a sense of calm about it, even though it is surrounded by a large amount of activity. It is a city on the western coast of the Netherlands on the North Sea. It is famous as the place where war criminals are tried but it is much more than that. Koningsdag, or King's Day, is held annually on 27 April. It is traditionally celebrated with fairs and flea markets throughout the city. On this day, the color orange predominates at a festival (which sells orange cotton candy) and has scores of informal street markets. The Hague is also home to one of the finest beaches in the Netherlands called Scheveningen Beach. This beach is one of the most popular attractions to The Hague and is particularly popular with tourists and locals alike. The white sand beach stretches for miles and includes a Ferris wheel on its pier. 6. Alkmaar Cheese Market

If you are eager to experience the world-famous cheese of the Netherlands, then you should visit Alkmaar. Alkmaar, not Gouda is the cheese capital of the Netherlands, and there are many cheese-related attractions for visitors to enjoy! Every Friday from March through September, there is a cheese market, which is particularly interesting to say the least. Alkmaar has many medieval buildings that are still intact, most notably the tall tower of the Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk, where many people from Alkmaar hold their wedding ceremony. This Dutch city is 30 minutes from Amsterdam by train and has more than just cheese. Visit the Dutch Cheese Museum or the National Beer Museum, while Belgium and Germany are more well known for beer, the beer scene in the Netherlands is very healthy.     7. Rotterdam Among the most popular cities near Amsterdam, Rotterdam is one. The reason for its popularity is that it is modern and different than any other state in the country. During World War II, the whole city was destroyed by bombs and rebuilt in a totally different style. Rotterdam is home to many fine examples of modern architecture, much of it inspired by the city's waterside setting, as well as a response to the devastation of WWII.

This unique city can be reached by a fast train in just 45 minutes. This allows plenty of time for exploration. The most popular sites here include the famous cube houses, the Markthall (market hall) and the Erasmus Bridge. Nevertheless, a leisurely stroll through the streets and a discovery of the city is much more enjoyable.   8. Utrecht

Utrecht is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands and has a fascinating history. This city is located only 30 minutes by train from Amsterdam and is among the most popular Amsterdam day trips. While most people think of Amsterdam when they think of the Netherlands. Utrecht is the lively, beating heart of Holland, an ancient university town built around the Dom Tower. Utrecht is known for its city center with wharf cellars along the canals housing cafes and terraces by the water. Utrecht is celebrated for its canals, which run through the center of the city. In addition to the unique design, the lower section of the canals is complemented by outdoor eating areas for restaurants during the warmer months. Besides the unique canals and restaurants, Utrecht is an amazing city to stroll around and explore. Upon exploring the city, you'll find that Utrecht is full of special places. For example, you can drink the best coffee in the city in the vibrant Voorstraat, find all your groceries in the multicultural Lombok and taste and feel the city's archaeological history at Castellum   9. Leiden

Leiden is an old and historical city in the Netherlands that can be reached by train in 30 minutes from Amsterdam. It is best known for its historical significance as a university town and for its stunning old architecture dating back to the year 1575. It reminds me a lot of Leuven in Belgium or Heidelberg in Germany. It is the best place to explore museums, canals without tourists, restaurants, and coffee shops. Although Rembrandt spent much of his life in Amsterdam, he was born and raised in Leiden. In fact, he attended classes at the city’s university for some time before deciding to pursue a career as an artist. There are several tributes to Rembrandt around the city including a plaque on Weddesteeg that marks his birthplace. The Floating Christmas Market in Leiden is another favorite of Amsterdammers. This quaint market boasts more than 90 stalls that sell a variety of festive foods, warm drinks, and handcrafted items. You'll also find a floating ice rink, as well as a small stage where performances are performed round the clock. This yearly event has won multiple awards, including the “Best Christmas Market in Europe” in 2016.   10. Antwerp, Belgium

Taking a day trip from Amsterdam does not necessarily mean remaining in the Netherlands. By crossing the border into Belgium, you will arrive in Antwerp in no time at all. It may seem impossible to travel from The Netherlands to Belgium in one day, but thanks to the high-speed Thalys train it is quite doable. Antwerp is an ancient center of medieval architecture and history, completely distinct from the Netherlands. Taking this day trip will provide you with a chance to explore another country, learn about a different history, and see a beautiful city nearby. The old city center is steeped in history. You will find it in ancient building-fronts on narrow streets or in the imposing Grand-Place. The Plantin-Moretus Museum is the only museum in the world to be classified as a Unesco World Heritage site. Belgian beers are world-famous, and Antwerp is an excellent place to improve your acquaintance with them. The De Koninck Antwerp City Brewery offers an ideal introduction to the world of beer. Het Pakhuis and Antwerpse Brouw Compagnie are other breweries where you can taste authentically brewed Belgian beer. One of the top-rated beer bars in the world, the Kulminator is located in Antwerp and there are a host of other good pubs.   Related Story: Amsterdam Red Light Area Bars   Read the full article

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Darling Harbour: Sydney’s water packet that has got it all for you

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Amazing leisure, captivating museums, fantastic wildlife and sumptuous dining experience on the harbourside, this water packet has it all. Darling Harbour is a remarkable family-friendly destination that you can find in the heart of Sydney.

Hop anytime of the year aboard Sydney Harbourside cruise and enjoy the tremendous views whilst exploring the largest harbour in the world. On the other hand, if feel doing something less active, go ahead and explore the Chinese Garden of Friendship, which is quite a bit Zen and tranquil haven.

If you have kids and want to have them entertained, Darling Harbour has four attractions that’s just around the corner. Kids can enjoy taking selfies with their dearest stars at the wax museum (Madame Tussauds). They can also have a wonderful time at the Sea Life Sydney Aquarium and meet the dolphins, penguins and dugongs. They can as well visit the Wild Life Sydney Zoo and meet the koalas, or spend not a single penny and burn off some energy at the kids playground.

Furthermore, Darling Harbour has a world-class convention, theatre complex and exhibition that’s hosting almost everything from theatre to concerts, The ICC Sydney. In addition, you can also immerse yourself in different cultures as Darling Harbour holds a diversified food and cultural festivals at the Tumbalong Park.

Moreover, Darling Harbour has a new food precinct, it’s the Darling Square. You can just simply go to Tumbalong Boulevard for a quick two minute-walk to go from the park all the way to the fastfood chains and restaurants. You can find an array of food stalls that offer Asian, Mediterranean, European cuisines.

You can also have other food and drink adventures in the waterfront restaurants, trendy bars, as well as alfresco cafes at the Cockle Bay, King Street Wharf. You can dance the night away at the nightclubs sitting in the Darling Harbour. Not just that, you can also visit the souvenir and fashion shops in the area.

To get here, you can have a short 10-minute walk from Town Hall Station in the city centre. The new light rail is another option to get to Darling Harbour. Another one is by catching a ferry at the Circular Quay and alight at Pyrmont Bay Wharf. Go ahead, visit Darling Harbour and let us know your wonderful experience!

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Looking for something fun and totally outside the (candy) box for you and your special someone to do for Valentine's Day? Something totally different and a little bit off-the-wall? Then keep reading! Most of us enjoy spooky TV shows and movies, right? We love that delicious adrenaline rush of being creeped out just a bit by thoughts of ghosts and the paranormal! If that sounds like you - and/or your special Valentine - then keep reading! Wouldn't it be big fun for you and your Valentine to spend a night (or weekend) at a haunted hotel? Just imagine what you might experience! And think of the bragging rights you'll have when recounting your ghostly adventures to family and friends! As part of my work as a psychic and medium, I have traveled extensively and stayed at some of the most interesting - and haunted - hotels in the United States. I like to stay at places that have a rich history, combined with stories about the spirits that reportedly roam throughout the properties. I have seen and heard otherworldly things that would send delicious little goose bumps up and down the spines of most people! Below is a list of some of the haunted hotels that I have enjoyed visiting and predict that you will enjoy visiting, too. New York City: The Jane Hotel - Some of the survivors of the sinking of the Titanic stayed in the building that is now the Jane Hotel in NYC's Greenwich Village. Guests report seeing ghostly apparitions and hearing the sound of sobbing . And the elevator often appears to have a mind of its own, traveling up at down between floors randomly. Guest rooms are inspired by luxury ship and train cabins and tend to be on the small side, many with shared baths. If you desire an en suite bathroom, choose to stay in one of the Captain's Cabins. Added bonus: You're in NYC! There is so much to see and do! Visit all the sites and see a Broadway show!

New York State - Catskills area: Burn Brae Mansion in Glen Spey, NY - Spectral apparitions and ghostly sounds are often heard by guests at this lovely bed and breakfast that was once the elaborate Victorian home of the widow of George Ross MacKenzie, third president of the Singer Sewing Machine Company. Other unexplained occurrences include doors opening and slamming shut; the sound of children playing; the sound of animals when no animals are present; and the sound of an organ playing, although there is no organ in the house. During my visit there, I distinctly smelled cookies baking in the downstairs area, but no one was baking cookies. Added bonus: The surrounding area is beautiful! Go for a hike, horseback riding, rafting, etc. Los Angeles, California: Millennium Biltmore Hotel - The ghost of Elizabeth Short is said to haunt the Biltmore. Ms. Short was last seen alive at the Biltmore shortly before her gruesome demise in 1947 and that still unsolved case has been dubbed "The Black Dahlia Murder." Soldiers who stayed in the building during and after World War II and young children are also said to roam around the hotel. Perhaps iconic stars from bygone Hollywood days pay post mortem visits to The Biltmore? Added bonus: Hollywood, with all its star studded sites, is close by...and so are California beaches! Atlanta, Georgia: Georgian Terrace - In December of 1939, this hotel hosted the "Gone With the Wind" Gala after the movie's premiere in downtown Atlanta. Clark Gable (and wife, Carole Lombard), Vivien Leigh (and future husband, Laurence Olivier) and other stars of the movie were in attendance. Some say that a gangland-style murder and other deaths have occurred here and there are frequent reports of ghostly activity occurring within the hotel. Added bonus: The haunted Fox Theatre is across the street from the hotel...and you're close to downtown ATL.   Austin, Texas Driskill Hotel - This lavish hotel, located in downtown Austin and completed in 1882, was built by Colonel Jesse Driskill, a cattleman who spent his entire fortune to build "the finest hotel south of St. Louis." He is said to haunt the hotel, along with a little girl who fell down the grand staircase while chasing her runaway ball and two brides who allegedly took their own lives in the bathtub of room 525, exactly 20 years apart. Added bonus: There are great places to eat, drink and be merry nearby. Do your part to help "Keep Austin Weird"! Denver, Colorado Brown Palace - One of the spirits that is said to haunt the Brown Palace is a young boy, dressed in Victorian era clothing, who has been seen rifling through the luggage of hotel guests. During one of my stays there, I returned to my room to discover that little intruder looking inside my backpack that was sitting on a chair! When we saw each other, we both gasped and he instantaneously vanished, leaving me startled and wide-eyed! Added bonus: The hella haunted Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado is about an hour drive from downtown Denver. The stately hotel was the inspiration for author Stephen King's best selling novel, "The Shining," which he wrote after he and his wife were guests there. The hotel has been featured on numerous paranormal TV shows. Kansas City, Missouri area Belvoir Winery and Inn - This cozy and comfortable, yet quite elegant, 9 room bed and breakfast, with its 1,500 square feet bridal suite, is located in Liberty, Missouri on the site of a huge former Odd Fellows complex. The inn was once an orphanage, so the sights and sounds of children who once called this building their home are regularly seen and heard by Belvoir guests. Numerous television shows have filmed at the inn and on the property, including Kindred Spirits, Ghost Adventures, Ghost Hunters and American Pickers. Added bonus: Have a glass or two of Belvoir's wines or your favorite cocktail at the inn's lovely bar located on the main level. And visit George, the inn's "mascot," who just happens to be a real skeleton! New Hampshire Omni Mount Washington Hotel - Located in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, this property is simply spectacular! The most prominent spirit that is said to haunt the hotel is Princess Carolyn, former owner of the hotel, whose lovely suite is now available for guests to occupy. The hotel's dining room has a permanently set up table for Princess Carolyn in case she happens to stop in for lunch or dinner.  Added bonus: Sightings of the elusive Bigfoot have been reported in the area! Soak up the gorgeous scenery! Take the cog railway to the top of Mt. Washington. Go skiing on the nearby slopes during winter months. Boston, Massachusetts Omni Parker House Hotel - Rich in history and hauntings, the Parker house is the birthplace of Boston Cream Pie and Parker House Rolls! The Kennedy family, arguably America's "royal family," often visited this hotel. It is said that future president John F. Kennedy proposed to Jacqueline Bouvier at a table in the hotel's restaurant. At one time, civil rights activist Malcolm X, Vietnamese revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh and celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse were employees of the hotel. While staying there, I was confused when I encountered the spirit of John Wilkes Booth, the man who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln. My encounter finally made sense when the hotel's historian told me that Booth had frequently stayed at the hotel and had even practiced firing his gun nearby. Added bonus: Granary Burying Ground (cemetery), final resting place of numerous Revolutionary War patriots, including Paul Revere, Samuel Adams and John Hancock, is nearby    Tampa, Florida area The Don Cesar - Affectionately known as "The Pink Palace" and located in St. Pete Beach, not far from Tampa on Florida's west coast, this hotel, like others on my list, is said to be haunted by its original owner. Wealthy New Englander Thomas Rowe built the hotel in 1925 in remembrance of his unrequited love for a lovely Spanish opera singer. The star crossed lovers are said to haunt "The Don," as are members of the New York Yankees baseball team, including Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, due to the fact members of the team once stayed at the hotel during spring training. Other reported spectral guests include gangster Al Capone and World War II era soldiers who may have stayed (and died) there while the building was being used as a convalescent hospital for aviators and pilots. Added bonus: The hotel has a lovely Gulf of Mexico beach.  San Francisco, California Queen Anne Hotel - A charming Victorian era boutique hotel located in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Both the public areas and guests rooms are furnished in an eclectic style. The hotel was once an exclusive boarding school for young ladies, as well as a brothel that housed "ladies of the night." The headmistress of the girl's school, Miss Mary Lake, reportedly haunts the hotel, sometimes unpacking suitcases, tucking guests in at night and singing to them while they fall asleep. The most haunted room is said to be room 410, which was once Miss Mary Lake's office. Voodoo queen Mary Ellen Pleasant lived across the street from the hotel in the 1800's and it is thought that perhaps her spirit also roams the halls of the Queen Anne. Added bonus: Enjoy all that The Golden Gate City has to offer! Ride a cable car; eat some great seafood at a waterfront restaurant; visit Fisherman's Wharf and the spectacular Palace of Fine Arts, built for the 1915 World's Fair. Portland, Oregon The Benson - A world class luxury hotel that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built by Simon Benson and opening its doors in 1913, it is believed that Mr. Benson is the primary spirit who haunts the hotel. He is frequently seen on the grand staircase, in the hotel bar and dining room, and on the 7th, 9th and 12th floors of the hotel. A small and mischievous little boy, whom people assume is the ghost of one of Benson's sons, often appears and plays pranks on hotel guests. The ghost of a former porter who worked at The Benson is also sometimes seems, as well as the spectral images of a lady in white (doesn't every haunted property have a lady in white? LOL) and a lady in blue. Added bonus: Take a trip to see the nearby and spectacularly beautiful Columbia River Gorge and Multnomah Falls! New Orleans, Louisiana Bourbon Orleans Hotel - Once the location of the Sisters of the Holy Family's convent, girl's school, medical ward and orphanage, the Bourbon Orleans is reportedly haunted by the spirits of those who resided there during that earlier time. A Confederate soldier has also been seen at the hotel, as well as a lonely ghost dancer, seen dancing solo in the hotel's ballroom. The 3rd and 6th floors are said to be some of the most haunted areas. Added bonus: Laissez les bon temps rouler and enjoy all of the delicious and decadent delights that The Big Easy readily serves up! Savannah, Georgia East Bay Inn - This stately old building was built in the mid-1800's and once housed the offices of cotton merchants, as well as warehouses for cotton. In the mid-1980's, the property opened as a charming inn with 28 guest rooms. The rooms are spacious, with wooden floors, exposed brick establishing walls and high ceilings. A friendly ghost named Charley, a former worker in the building, allegedly haunts the inn. It is claimed that he is heard walking the halls late and night and sometimes will jiggle the doorknobs. Witnesses have said that lights flicker and some of their personal belongings mysteriously disappear. Room 325, known as "Charley's Room," is said to be the most haunted. Added bonus: Is there really anyplace in Savannah that isn't haunted? Visit them all! Walk along River Street. Take a ride on the riverboat. Put on your walking shoes and visit Savannah's numerous squares. And don't miss a visit to the magnificently beautiful Bonaventure Cemetery. San Antonio, Texas The Menger Hotel - The land on which the Menger sits is part of the historic site of the Battle of the Alamo. It is said that between 32 and 45 ghosts haunt the Menger. (Who came up with that number?!?) Among those ghosts are Teddy Roosevelt; Sallie White, a former chambermaid at the hotel who was shot nearby by her common law husband and died on the hotel's 2nd floor; and Richard King, a cattle baron who often stayed at the Menger and died in his suite on the 3rd floor. If you are brave enough, you can stay in the King Ranch Suite where Richard King died and sleep in the same bed where he took his last breath! Added bonus: Visit The Alamo. Walk along the River Walk. Dine in some of San Antonio's fabulous eateries. San Diego, California (Coronado Island) Hotel del Coronado - The elegant hotel, located on Coronado Island, has a resident ghost named Kate Morgan. Kate was a guest at the hotel in 1892 and killed herself with a gun a few days after an ugly break-up with her male lover. Guests at the hotel have reported seeing Kate's ghost walking in the hallways and along the hotel's lovely beach. During my visits to the hotel, I always hope to encounter the spirit of Marilyn Monroe, who shot the film, "Some Like It Hot," on the property back in 1958. Added bonus: While in the San Diego area, pay a visit to the haunted Whaley House in Old Town San Diego, where you can also shop at some of the area's charming stores. Washington, DC Hay-Adams Hotel - Washington socialite Marian Adams, known by the nickname Clover, reportedly haunts the Hay-Adams. Clover was an amateur photographer who died after ingesting some of the potassium cyanide that she used while developing her photographs. Her death was ruled a suicide, but some believed that she had been murdered. The ghost of Clover Adams haunts the hotel's 4th floor. Maids have told stories of hearing a woman sobbing, calling out their names and asking "What do you want?" in unoccupied rooms. Some guests say that visits by Clover's spirit are accompanied by the scent of almonds. Potassium cyanide, which caused Clover's death, is extracted from almonds! Added bonus: Visit the many beautiful monuments in DC, as well as The Smithsonian and nearby Arlington Cemetery. 

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Shenzhen Building News, Guangdong Architecture

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Contemporary Chinese Architecture Developments: Guangdong Province Built Environment Updates

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28 Aug 2020 Prince Plaza, Shekou District Design: OMA / David Gianotten photograph © Seth Powers, courtesy of OMA Morden Wharf Greenwich Peninsula Prince Plaza was commissioned by CMSK (China Merchants Shekou Holdings). The mixed-use podium tower is located at Shekou’s most prominent view corridor linking the Nanshan mountains and the Shenzhen Bay.

26 Aug 2020 SUSTech School of Medicine & Hospital – Tender

25 Aug 2020 Shenzhen Fuwai Hospital Phase III

7 August 2020 SHUIBEI International Centre Building, Luohu Architects: Aedas photo : CreatAR Images SHUIBEI International Centre Building Design Shaping the city’s skyline with contemporary urban renewal developments, he states that, “Urban regeneration is not simply replacing old and weathered buildings with new ones, but rather building a new relationship and a deeper connection between the city and its people through these new developments. This connection requires more than just space as it also integrates everyday organic synergy from the community.”

13 May 2020 China Resources’ MixC Market Hall Architects: 10 DESIGN image courtesy of architects office China Resources’ MixC Market Hall Sungang MixC Market Hall, China Resources’ new mixed-use development is under construction in Shenzhen, China with anticipated completion by Q3 2022. Located on a former industrial zone, this retail-gastronomy destination will provide an immersive gastronomic experience under one roof.

18 Feb 2020 C Future City Experience Center, Shangsha Architects: CCD/ Cheng Chung Design (HK) image courtesy of architects office C Future City Experience Center Shangsha used to be a coastal fishing village, which has developed along with the renewal of the city, while now it is witnessing the rising of C Future City. Through reflecting on the values that rooted in the village, CCD finally decided to take “marks of the fishing village” as the starting point for the design.

10 Feb 2020 Qianhai Talents’ Apartments Design: Foster + Partners image © Foster + Partners Qianhai Talents’ Apartments Shenzhen An innovative residential project in Shenzhen aimed specifically at the rental market. The project is envisaged as a building exclusively for ‘talents’ – professionals who would have an intensive work-centred lifestyle.

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16 Dec 2019 Ensue Luxury Restaurant, Futian District Design: Chris Shao Studio LLC photographer : Common Studio: Lit Ma & Kelly Puleio Studio Ensue Luxury Restaurant in Shenzhen Simple and natural elements engage the guest with a new experience of fine dining, by way of redefining a luxurious and opulent experience with a more naturalistic aesthetic that still embodies refined detail.

14 Dec 2019 Huitong Hybrid Tower Design: Jaeger Kahlen Partners Architects photographer : 叶文锐 Wenrui Ye Huitong Hybrid Tower in Shenzhen A novel idea in skyscraper design: part world-class office space and part high-tech car park. By efficiently and seamlessly integrating parking spaces into the design, JKP increased buildable area under zoning regulations and maximized the value of the project to both the users and the city.

8 Nov 2019 Konka Tower Architects: Mecanoo image courtesy of architects Konka Tower The city is searching for new models for urban and architectural innovation to replace the traditional model of large-scale indoor shopping malls and focus on flexible development.

21 Sep 2019 MORPH, Nanshan District Architects: Various Associates photograph : Shao Feng MORPH, Nanshan District Occupying a corner of a building, MORPH is a mixed-use space with a total construction area of 1,000 sqm. With an urban park and Houhai business circle nearby, it’s a rare tranquil place amidst the hustle and bustle of the downtown area.

11 Sep 2019 Typhoon-proof Shenzhen East Coast

16 July 2019 Futian Civic Cultural Centre Building

5 July 2019 Folding Residence, Longgang District

3 July 2019 Sheraton Shenzhen Nanshan, Xili Hotel

18 June 2019 The King’s School Shenzhen International, Nanshan Architects: Walters & Cohen image from architects The King’s School Shenzhen International Building Located in Nanshan, China, the school offers pupils aged 2 to 18 a combined Chinese and British curriculum, with a greater emphasis on the latter as pupils progress through the school.

8 Jan 2019 Qianhai Data Centre Architects: Mecanoo image from architects Qianhai Data Centre Shenzhen Building Infrastructural facilities are the functional heart of modern cities. Although usually concealed, these buildings are essential for urban daily life. When visible, they have the capacity of being a symbol of the technological achievements of our time.

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7 Aug 2018 Shenzhen Energy Company Office Skyscraper Architects: BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group image : Chao Zhang Shenzhen Energy Company Office Skyscraper Building The new home for Shenzhen Energy Company looks different because it performs differently: the building skin is developed to maximize the sustainable performance and workplace comfort in the local subtropical climate of China’s tech and innovation hub.

8 Aug 2018 Sunac – Smart Valley Shenzhen Architects: BLVD International image courtesy of architects Sunac – Smart Valley Shenzhen Building The overall design intentionally breaks people’s stereotyped perception of the tediousness of science and technology, integrates the ecological concept into the geometry and modernity of technology, and transforms the lines of science and technology into the surface treatment in the real space.

11 Aug 2018 Shenzhen Bay Square Waterfront Design: MAD Architects image courtesy of architects Shenzhen Bay Square Waterfront by MAD Architects MAD Architects, led by Ma Yansong, win two international competitions – the winning masterplan (36 hectares), and architectural design (15 hectares), will see an ambitious urban development project bring a vibrant cultural complex to the area that connects Shenzhen city to the waterfront, surrounding ecological corridor, and nearby mountain ranges – creating a harmony between humans and nature.

26 Jul 2018 Forest and Sports Park in Guang Ming Architects: LOLA, TALLER and L+CC picture courtesy of architects office Forest and Sports Park in Guang Ming LOLA, TALLER and L+CC won the international competition for a 600 hectare forest and sports park in Guang Ming, Shenzhen, China. The other competitors were JCFO, SWA and TCL.

10 Jul 2018 Qianhai SZ-HK Fund Town Architects: Leigh & Orange photo : Leigh & Orange Qianhai SZ-HK Fund Town Building The project is located at the Qianhai district in Shenzhen China. Known as “Qianhai SZ-HK Fund Town”, it consisted of a variety of low-rise building typologies designed to suit different office and commercial uses. These include midrise row-offices, corporate villas, stand-alone retail pavilions and a basement retail street.

7 Jul 2018 Longgang Chuangtou Tower Architects: URBANUS Architecture & Design photograph : SHU He Longgang Chuangtou Tower in Shenzhen Building The architecture is a container that captures light, just like how a musical instrument captures music. Light needs a structure that can show it. VC&PE has an open spatial structure, is interspersed with deconstructed blocks, and has a rhythmical unit form, which gives light the best expression carrier.

4 Jul 2018 Pingshan Performing Arts Center Design: OPEN Architecture photograph : Zhang Chao Pingshan Performing Arts Center Building OPEN’s Pingshan Performing Arts Center in Shenzhen has moved another step closer to its expected completion this year. With the building envelope now fully installed, the focus has shifted to the interior fit out and landscape construction phase.

5 Jun 2018 Space in Mutation, Berlin, Germany Curated by Doreen Heng Liu, NODE Architecture & Urbanism, Shenzhen Collage Shenzhen © NODE Architecture & Urbanism Space in Mutation Opening: Friday, 29 June 2018, 6.30pm Exhibition: 30 June – 15 August 2018 Location: Aedes Architecture Forum, Christinenstr. 18-19, 10119 Berlin Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11am-6.30pm, Sunday-Monday 1-5pm Special Opening Hours: Saturday, 30 June 2018, 1-5pm

Symposium: Friday, 29 June 2018, 4pm Location: ANCB The Aedes Metropolitan Laboratory, Christinenstr. 18-19, 10119 Berlin

9 May 2018 DJI’s new HQ, Shenzhen, China Architects: Foster + Partners image : Foster + Partners DJI HQ Building News Foster + Partners today unveiled their vision for the new headquarters for DJI, the world leading robotics company, currently under construction in Shenzhen.

2 May 2018 Shekou Sea World Culture and Arts Center Architects: Maki and Associates photo © Shu He Shekou Sea World Culture and Arts Center The building highlights openness and connectivity, so that people, space and nature can have quiet dialogues. The lighting coincides with them to hide among buildings and landscapes to give off soundless beauty.

Prince Bay Development Design：John Portman & Associates image © John Portman & Associates Prince Bay Shenzhen Development News John Portman & Associates is happy to announce a first-place finish in the international design competition held by Shenzhen Prince Bay Shang Long Real Estate Co., LTD for the architectural and engineering design of Prince Bay lot DY02-06A in Shenzhen, China.

23 Apr 2018 ROARINGWILD · UNIWALK Interior Interior Design: Kingson Liang | DOMANI photograph © Shaon Liu Store Interior Shenzhen City China’s native original Tide brand ROARINGWILD roaring in the 7th year, the brand rooted in Shenzhen which opened the first entity stores. Space designed by DOMANI, consistent of the fierce strokes presented shake the soul of the visual impact and sensory illusion.

20 Apr 2018 Sky Club House Architects: DOMANI photograph : Shaon Sky Club House Shenzhen City

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London - Streifzüge durch die City, Abstecher in die Vororte und Ausflüge in's Umland

Brexit hin oder her - Englands Hauptstadt wird immer ein beliebtes Reiseziel bleiben. Wir hatten das Glück, Kurz- und längere Urlaubs- und Studienaufenthalte dort verbringen zu dürfen ( siehe auch London - Museen, Bücher und Essen ) und möchten euch deshalb einladen, uns durch London zu begleiten, durch die Parks zu bummeln, in Museen und Theater, über den Nullmeridian oder durch Filmkulissen zu gehen oder 16:50 Uhr ab Paddington in die Umgebung zu fahren. Anreise und Übernachtung London ist nicht weit entfernt, Anreisemöglichkeiten gibt es deshalb viele - Billigflieger wie Ryanair starten von verschiedenen deutschen Flughäfen (beachtet die neuen Handgepäckbestimmungen - Priorty buchen lohnt sich deshalb auf jeden Fall - und kauft euch gleich das Zug- oder Busticket in's Stadtzentrum dazu). Auch die Bahn ist eine gute Alternative (Europa-Spezial ist ab 90 Tage vor der Abfahrt preiswert buchbar) und die Fahrt durch den Tunnel ist beeindruckend. Der Vorteil - ihr kommt direkt im Zentrum an. Ähnlich ist es mit den Fernreisebussen. (siehe auch hier) Wie auch immer - in London braucht ihr für die Busse und Bahnen die Oyster-Card - kauft sie am ersten Bahnhof und nicht vorab für Touries im Internet. Die Karte ist überall aufladbar und am Ende könnt ihr bei der normalen Karte Restgeld und Pfand zurückbekommen, das klappt bei der Touri-Version nicht. Die Verkehrsmittel haben unterschiedliche Streckenpreise, am billigsten (und in meinen Augen auch am interessantesten) ist es, mit dem roten Bus zu fahren, wenn man vorn oben einen Platz ergattern konnte. Wenn ihr in Londons Umgebung fahren möchtet, dann werdet ihr am Bahnschalter ausführlich beraten und gut bedient - die Zeit dort lohnt sich, denn die Tickets kosten je nach Tag und Zeit sehr unterschiedlich. Übernachtungen gibt es in jeder Preislage über booking.com. Für einen Kurztrip solltet ihr im Zentrum buchen, um die Zeit sinnvoll nutzen zu können, bei längerem Aufenthalt kann es gerne einer der Vororte sein, wo ihr dann für Bruchteile des Geldes wohnen und in den Pubs essen könnt - ihr müsst dafür aber eine Stunde Fahrzeit mit dem Bus dazu planen. Essen für unterwegs könnt ihr in den Außenbezirken im Imbiss und im Zentrum an vielen heißen Theken der großen Supermärkte (z.B. M&S) preislich angemessen bekommen. (weitere Tipps findet ihr hier.)

Londons City Einige Unternehmungen und "must sees" haben wir in unserem o.g. London-Blog schon beschrieben. Doch das Zentrum hat noch vieles mehr zu bieten: Bei einem Spaziergang entlang der Themse und über die Tower-, Millennium- oder Westminster-Bridge seht ihr das Parlament, die Westminster Abbey, die Saint Pauls Cathedral, Big Ben, den Tower, das Tate Modern (immer wieder einen Besuch wert und wie alle Museen in London kostenlos!), Shakespeare's Globe, das Bankside-Viertel. Unser Tipp - besteigt the Monument und gönnt euch nach 311 Stufen in 61 m Höhe einen herrlichen Überblick über Londons City mit ihren alten und den hypermodernen Glas-Bauwerken. (Eintritt 4,50 Pfund oder aber im London-Pass&Co). Etwas besonderes ist auch ein Besuch des Sky Gardens Restaurant (unbedingt Plätze reservieren).

Ein Besuch im Tower ist für viele ein (kostspieliges und) gruseliges Muss, aber auch für die zarter Besaiteten gibt es Highlights wie die Kronjuwelensammlung mit dem Krönungsfilm sowie eine wunderbare Aussicht auf die Themse und die Tower Bridge. Unser Tipp: Die tägliche Schlüsselzeremonie um 22:00 Uhr ist absolut kostenlos, man muss aber einen der begehrten Plätze monatelang vorher reservieren.

Changing of the Guard am Buckingham Palace, täglich um 11:00 Uhr, ist natürlich ein must see in London, so schön britisch und royal wie wenig anderes und es lohnt sich, rechtzeitig vor Ort zu sein, um auch einen Platz in der ersten Reihe zu ergattern.

Parks, Friedhöfe und Kensington Hause Pflastermüde? London hat wunderbare Parks, in denen man die Beine ausruhen und die Seele baumeln lassen kann. Am bekanntesten ist der zentral gelegene Hyde Park mit Kensingten Palace, Speakers Corner, Albert Memorial und Diana Gedächtnisbrunnen. Schöne Ausblicke auf die Skyline hat man vom Parliament Hill in Hampstead Heath im Nordwesten der Stadt. Unser Tipp - besucht die schönen Kunstsammlungen in Kensington House am nördlichen Teil des Parks (Besichtigung und Führung kostenlos, hier hängt das Bild der Dido Elisabeth Belle). Ein ebenso schöner Rundum-Viewpoint ist der Primrose Hill im Norden des Regent’s Parks im Stadtteil Camden. Am anderen Ufer des romantischen Regent's Canal befindet sich der Zoologische Garten. Im viktorianischen Stadtteil Highgate liegt einer der berühmtesten Friedhöfe, dort findet man zwischen Filmkulissen-Grabreihen auch das liebevoll gepflegte Grab von Karl Marx.

Märkte und Kleinkunst Der Londoner Markt an sich ist für viele der Camden Market, wo man hippe Mode in typischer Atmosphäre erhandeln und später mit vollen Beuteln am romantischen Kanal mit Blick auf den Zoo sitzen und einen Kaffee trinken kann. Der Borough Market ist einer der ältesten Lebensmittelmärkte und bei einem Besuch an den Ständen dies und das zu probieren ist eine kulinarische Offenbarung. Einen Flohmarkt findet man auf dem Portobello Road Market. Die Markthallen des Covent Garden Market sind ebenso bekannt wie die dort auftretenden Straßenkünstler. Auf dem Petticoat Lane Market kauft man Mode, aber eigentlich noch mehr einen Besuch wert ist daneben der Gulston Street Food Court, wo man sich zwischen all den fremden Speisen und Aromen kaum entscheiden kann. Auch der Vorort Greenwich hat einen sehenswerten Markt, den man bei einem Ausflug zum Observatrium unbedingt besuchen sollte.

Literatur und Magie London hat schon immer Künstler angezogen und die Fantasie beflügelt. Noch heute spielen die Akteure in Shakespeare's Globe authentisch göttlich. Deshalb unser Tipp: kauft euch für 5 Pfund einen Stehplatz, egal in welcher Sprache, und lasst euch einen Nachmittag lang mitreißen und verzaubern. In der Bakerstreet 221b kann man die Wirkungsstätte einer weiteren Berühmtheit besuchen , hier wohnte der Meisterdetektiv Sherlock Holmes. Auch Miss Marple besuchte London des öfteren mit dem Zug bis/ab Paddington. Für alle Fans des Zauberhaften ist ein Besuch des Gleis 9 3/4 auf dem Kings Cross Bahnhof der magische Anziehungspunkt. Das Temple-Viertel wird die "Rubinrot"-Fans anziehen ebenso wie die Blackfriars Bridge die von City of Bones. Weitere Drehorte findet ihr hier.

Greenwich und Canary Wharf Greenwich - da erwachen sofort die Erinnerungen an den Geographieunterricht. Umso spannender ist ein Besuch des kleinen Vorortes und ein Schritt über den Nullmeridian (auch außen an der wand des Observatoriums ist das kostenlos möglich). Der Blick vom Observatoriumshügel lohnt ebenso wie ein Besuch des National Maritime Museum oder des Museumsschiffs an der Themse. In dessen Nähe führt ein Fußgängertunnel unter der Themse durch Parks und Wildgehege zum Büro- und Bankenviertel Canary Wharf, das mit seinen gläsernen Hochhäusern vor den alten Docks Geschichte und Gegenwart eindrucksvoll verknüpft.

Einen schönen Überblick über weitere preiswerte oder kostenlose Unterneh-mungen in London findet ihr hier. Schloss und Park Windsor Wenn man ein paar Tage mehr als nur ein langes Wochenende Zeit hat oder schon großstadtmüde ist, dann sollte man unbedingt nach Windsor fahren. Auch wenn man nicht, wie die meisten, das Schloss besichtigt, sind der Park und die Anlagen zu jeder Jahreszeit den Besuch wert. Beeindruckend ist der Long Walk mit Blick auf das Schloss in der Ferne. Die kleinen Cottages, die malerischen Seen in den Wäldern und nicht zuletzt die Tiere - in der Dämmerung kommen die Hirsche aus dem Wald - scheinen einer anderen Zeit oder einer Märchenwelt zu entstammen.

Oxford, Woodstock und Blenheim Castle Ebenfalls eine Zugstunde von London entfernt liegt die altehrwürdige Universitätsstadt Oxford, der man unbedingt einen Besuch abstatten und dabei ein bisschen Hogwarts erahnen sollte. Schaut unbedingt in Blackwells Buchhandlung vorbei! Tiefer in die Vergangenheit führt ein Besuch der alten Festung Oxford Castle. Ein Ausflug in das nahegelegene gregorianische Städtchen Woodstock lässt das 18. Jahrhundert zum Greifen lebendig werden. Setzt euch in die kleine Konditorei und träumt euch nach dem Besuch des Schloss Blenheim und seiner Gärten (UNESCO-Welterbe) bei Scones und Clotted Cream zurück über die Jahrhunderte.

Bath Die zauberhafte kleine Stadt Bath liegt etwa ein einhalb Zugstunden von London entfernt und ist nicht nur für Jane Austen Fans ein Muss. Überall in der Stadt kommt man sich vor, als würden die Figuren aus ihren Roman jeden Moment um die Ecke kommen. Aber auch wer die Romane nicht liest, wird gerne auf dem Marktplatz vor der Kirche mit den herabfallenden Engeln am Portal in der Sonne sitzen, den Musikern lauschen, Bath-Buns essen oder über die Krämerbrücke bummeln ... und am Ende des Tages die begeisterten Ausrufe der Romanheldinnen - "Oh, wir fahren nach Bath" - verstehen.

Ein bisschen wehmütig nehmen wir Abschied von London mit Abendstimmung an der Themse und dem Vorsatz - wir kommen auf alle Fälle demnächst wieder vorbei!

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London Trip: 18/09/19 - 24/09/19

Hello everyone! It's finally time to present you the diary of my journey in London, that occurred last September. I tried to watch/visit as many locations linked to the Sherlock Holmes Universe as I could during this time. You will find a lot of pictures of London. I will also share some tips with you.

Day 01:

Day 01: On the outward journey

Day 01: My first steps in London

The Regent's canal Towpath (1/2)

The Regent's canal Towpath (2/2)

St Pancras Old Church (1/2)

St Pancras Old Church (2/2)

St Pancras International - The British Library

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Speedy's Sandwich Bar & Cafe Exterior

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Speedy's Sandwich Bar & Cafe Interior (1/2)

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Speedy's Sandwich Bar & Cafe Interior (2/2)

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Stephenson way

Gordon Square Gardens

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Sherlock’s “Anyone” Street

Location: Good Omens: Tavistock Square and Celestial Sushi

The Harry Potter Shop, at King’s Cross Station

The Hotel (1/2)

The Hotel (2/2)

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Mulberry Street New York Pizzeria

Doyle's Opticians 

The Mind Palace Bar (1/8)

The Mind Palace Bar (2/8)

The Mind Palace Bar (3/8)

The Mind Palace Bar (4/8)

The Mind Palace Bar (5/8)

The Mind Palace Bar (6/8)

The Mind Palace Bar (7/8)

The Mind Palace Bar (8/8)

Inside the toilet of the Mind Palace Bar. 

Day 01: Other pictures (1/2)

Day 01: Other pictures (2/2) 

Day 02:

What time is it?   

THE CITY 01

THE CITY 02

Location: Harry Potter: Leadenhall Market 01

Location: Harry Potter: Leadenhall Market 02

THE CITY 03

The Sky Garden: Exterior - The Monument

Location: Good Omens: The Sky Garden interior 01

Location: Good Omens: The Sky Garden interior 02

Location: Good Omens: The Sky Garden interior 03

Location: Good Omens: The Sky Garden Views 01

Location: Good Omens: The Sky Garden Views 02

THE CITY 04

Views of The Shard and Tower Bridge from the Thames - Southwark cathedral

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes/Harry Potter: Borough Market 01

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes/Harry Potter: Borough Market 02

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes/Harry Potter: Borough Market 03 

Still walking

The Queen’s Walk 01 

The Queen’s Walk 02 Location Sherlock Holmes (Tower of London) and Harry Potter (City Hall and HMS Belfast)

London Bridge 01

London Bridge 02

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Tower of London (exterior)

Tower of London: Shop 

London again

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Oxo Tower Wharf 

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Barge House (Hickman gallery exterior) + other pictures

Location: Sherlock Holmes: The Criterion

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Piccadilly Circus 1/2

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Piccadilly Circus 1/2

Lunchtime at a wonderful Turkish coffee

Regent Street and Savile Row

Hatchards

Fortnum & Mason

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Shaftesbury Avenue

Theatre Royal Haymarket and Athenaeum Club 

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes:  Diogenes Club exterior + Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes / Good Omens: Duke of York column 

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes:  Admiralty Arch

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Trafalgar Square

Location: Harry Potter: Charing Cross Station

Baker Street (the shop and the museum were closed at that time) 1/2

Baker Street (the shop and the museum were closed at that time) 2/2

Other pictures

Day 03:

Hi, morning!

Westminster Cathedral

The Sanctuary -  Dean's Yard

Westminster Scholars War Memorial

Westminster Abbey The Collegiate Church of St Peter 1/2

Westminster Abbey The Collegiate Church of St Peter 2/2

The Supreme Court and Parliament Square

Palace of Westminster 1/2

Palace of Westminster 2/2

Jewel Tower -  Abingdon Street Gardens -  British Group Inter-Parliamentary Union - George V statue

Victoria Tower Gardens -  Buxton Memorial Fountain -  Horseferry Playground

The banks of the Thames (1)

The banks of the Thames (2) from the Lambeth Bridge.

The banks of the Thames (3) from the Lambeth Bridge.

The banks of the Thames (4)

The banks of the Thames (5)

The banks of the Thames (6)

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: The Eye / London Sea Life Aquarium

The banks of the Thames (7)

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: South Bank Bench (almost)

Still on the Queen’s Walk

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Southbank Skatepark (1/2)

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Southbank Skatepark (2/2)

Breakfast time

On the road to Waterloo Station - Waterloo Station

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Hungerford Bridge

Views from the Hungerford Bridge

Whitehall Gardens

Royal Air Force Memorial and Ministry of Defence

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Scotland Yard

Next to Scotland Yard

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Big Ben and Westminster Station

Underground / Baker Street Station

Let’s find a restaurant - Piccadilly Circus - Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square - Traffic lights 

The Sherlock Holmes Pub (1)

The Sherlock Holmes Pub (2)

The Sherlock Holmes Pub (3)

The Sherlock Holmes Pub (4)

In the streets

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: St Barts

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: The Old Bailey / Central Criminal Court  

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Fleetway House (New Scotland Yard interiors)

Location: BBC Sherlock Holmes: Stonecutter Court aka the “IOU” building

Next to Fleetway House and Stonecutter Court

St Paul's Cathedral

At the top of the shopping centre, called “One New Change” (1)

At the top of the shopping centre, called “One New Change” (2)

The end of the day

Other pictures

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Yarmouth is a town in Cumberland County, Maine, located twelve miles north of the state’s largest city, Portland. The town was settled in 1636 and incorporated in 1849. Its population was 8,349 in the 2010 census. As of 2015’s estimation, this is about 0.6% of Maine’s total population. Five islands (most notably Cousins Island and Littlejohn Island) are part of the town.

Yarmouth is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford Metropolitan Statistical Area.

The town’s proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, and its location on the banks of the Royal River, which empties into Casco Bay less than a mile away, means it is a prime location as a harbor. Ships were built in the harbor mainly between 1818 and the 1870s, at which point demand declined dramatically. Meanwhile, the Royal River’s four waterfalls within Yarmouth, whose Main Street sits about 80 feet above sea level, resulted in the foundation of almost sixty mills between 1674 and 1931.

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The annual Yarmouth Clam Festival attracts around 120,000 people (around fourteen times its population) over the course of the three-day weekend.

Today, Yarmouth is a popular dining destination, with (as of February 2019) fourteen sit-down restaurants. This equates to an average of just over one restaurant per square mile of land area.

The town is accessed via two exits (15 and 17) on each side of Interstate 295. U.S. Route 1 also passes through the town to the west of I-295.

It has been designated a Tree City USA community every year since 1979. 40 years ago.

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Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 22.94 square miles (59.41 km2), of which 13.35 square miles (34.58 km2) (58%) is land and 9.59 square miles (24.84 km2) (42%) is water.

Yarmouth is nearly square in form and is bisected by the Royal River (formerly Yarmouth River). The Cousins River separates it from Freeport to the northeast; Freeport and Pownal bound it to the east; North Yarmouth to the north; Cumberland to the west; and Casco Bay to the south. Also included as part of the town are Cousins Island, Lanes Island, Great and Little Moshier Islands, and Littlejohn Island.

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History

Traces of human occupation in the Yarmouth area date to about 2,000 BC. During the years prior to the arrival of the Europeans, many Native American cultures existed in the area, largely because of the natural features of the coastal land. Rivers provided several resources, including food, fertile soil, power for the mills and the navigability between the inland areas and the ocean.

In 1640, a 39-year-old Englishman, George Felt (b. 1601, d. 1693), who emigrated to Charlestown, Massachusetts, seven years earlier, purchased 300 acres of land at Broad Cove from John Phillips (b. 1607, d. c. 1667), a Welshman, and in 1643 became one of the first European settlers in Yarmouth. Felt went back to Massachusetts to sell his property there, before returning to Broad Cove around 1660. In 1670 he bought 2,000 more acres of land from Phillips.

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Felt was married to Elizabeth, with whom he had six children: Elizabeth (b. circa 1635), George (b. 1638, d. 1676), Mary (b. circa 1639), Moses (b. 1641), Aaron and another Moses (b. circa 1651). In 1684, Felt moved back to Massachusetts. He returned briefly, after 1678, when he was around 80 years old.

In 1646, Englishman William Royall (b. circa 1595, d. 1676) purchased a farm at what is now the upscale Lambert Point, next to Redding Creek, at the southern tip of Lambert Road, where he lived with his wife, Phoebe Green. The Royal River has ever-since borne his name, minus the second L, though two streets off Gilman Road — Royall Meadow Road and Royall Point Road — carry the original spelling. This stream and its vicinity were called by the Indians “Westcustogo” — a name that, until the early 1990s, was preserved by an inn of the same name on Princes Point Road at its intersection with Lafayette Street. (The building remains but it is now occupied by another business.) Royall moved to Dorchester, Massachusetts, in 1675, a year before his death. John Cousins (b. circa 1596, d. 1682) had arrived a year or more earlier than Royall, occupying the neck of land between the branches of the stream which has since been called Cousins River, and owning the island now also bearing his name.

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By 1676, approximately sixty-five people lived in Westcustogo. Soon after, however, conflicts forged by King Philip’s War caused them to abandon their homes and move south.John Cousins was injured and went to York, Maine, to receive treatment. There, he lived with Mary Saywood, to whom he later deeded his real estate in Casco Bay.

Also in 1676, George Felt Jr. was killed on Peaks Island during the conflicts. Felt’s wife, Philippe, moved to Salem, Massachusetts, where she married twice before her death in 1709.

Some settlers returned to their dwellings in 1679, and within twelve months the region became incorporated as North Yarmouth, the eighth town of the province of Maine.

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In 1688, while the inhabitants on the eastern side of the river were building a garrison, they were attacked by Indians, and attempted a defense. They continued the contest until nightfall, when the Indians retired. It was not long before they appeared again, in such force that the thirty-six families of the settlement were forced to flee, abandoning their homes for a second time.

Transportation

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Yarmouth Crossing, where Main Street traverses the St. Lawrence and Atlantic Railroad, looking north from Railroad Square

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Road

U.S. Route 1 arrived in the late 1940s (at grade and also a bridge over Main Street). State Route 88 follows the course of Route 1’s predecessor, the Atlantic Highway. SR 115, established in 1925, also runs through the town.

In 1961, the Yarmouth section of Interstate 295 was built. It runs elevated through town (including, in controversial fashion, over the harborside at Lower Falls). It has two exits (15 and 17) in the town. Exit 15 became a four-ramp intersection in July 2013, when a northbound on-ramp was added.

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In 1727, five local men — Samuel Seabury, James Parker, Jacob Mitchell, Gershom Rice and Phineas Jones — were tasked with the management of the new town. Their affairs included laying out the highways. Roads (or, at least, routes) that appeared on subsequent maps are as follows (with today’s names):

In 1738, “a good road was built over the ledge from the meeting-house to the mills at the first falls which, although it was abandoned about 1800 for a less hilly course, may still be easily traced.”

1741: Atlantic Highway (now Route 88; which took a left onto Pleasant Street), Gilman Road, Princes Point Road, Highlands Farm Road (leading to Parker’s Point), Drinkwater Point Road (which led to two wharves), Morton Road and Old Town Landing Road (which led to another wharf). Large lot owners at the time included Walter Gendall, whose farm incorporated Duck Cove, beyond Town Landing Road in today’s Cumberland Foreside (Cumberland was not incorporated as its own town until 1821). Its dry stone boundary is still intact. Welshman John Powell (b. c. 1669, d. 1742) had a farm where today’s Schooner Ridge Road is. John Dabney’s 60-acre lot abutted this to the east. Dabney was a town selectman in 1737. Felt had a lot at the foot of the northern end of Pleasant Street, adjacent to Stony Brook. Royall’s farm, meanwhile, occupied the entire area bisected by Bayview Street.

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In 1756, “to accommodate the teams hauling lumber from the great pine forests inland to the seaboard, a new more convenient way was laid out by the way of Walnut Hill and the road constructed.”

In 1813, down at the First Falls, “the old road which clambered laboriously over the crest of the hill was replaced by a new street along the head of the wharves below the hill”. This is today’s Pleasant Street. Later, Smith Street became an uninterrupted offshoot into Riverside Cemetery until Lafayette Street was built, in the early 20th century, coming down the hill closer to the harbor. (It was named Lafayette Street in honor of General Lafayette.)

By 1847, Portland Street was in full swing, including the Elm Street offshoot that headed directly into the Upper Village. Main Street was, by now, well established.

For an 1894 map of Yarmouth, see here.

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A 1944 map shows the Atlantic Highway coming through town, aligning with what became Route 88 up to the point they meet at the end of Spring Street. Prior to the installation of U.S. Route 1, today’s curve of Route 88 as it passes Cumberland Farms instead continued directly north-east towards Cousins River. The section of Atlantic Highway that runs from Princes Point Road to the northern end of Pleasant Street was laid in the late 1920s.

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Roswell P. Greeley (b. 1847, d. 1903) established an express service between Portland and Yarmouth, employing a span of horses and large wagons. Azel Kingsley (b. 1860, d. 1948) ran a supplemental service minus the horses. It ran two services in each direction: southbound at 7.30 and 11.30 AM and northbound at 3.00 and 5.00 PM.

Rail

The town has two railroad junctions: Royal Junction (midway along Greely Road) and Yarmouth Junction (to the west of East Elm Street at Depot Road; its station is now gone). The two railroads passing through the town are the St. Lawrence and Atlantic Railroad (formerly Grand Trunk Railway; arrived in 1848) and Guilford Rail System‘s Kennebec & Portland (later Maine Central Railroad; 1849). http://beavertonairporter.com/ +1 (503) 760 6565  PDX shuttle airport

The Brunswick Branch of the Maine Central Railroad received a new lease of life in November 2012, when a northern extension of the Downeaster line was opened, carrying passengers five times a day (four on weekends) to and from Brunswick‘s Maine Street Station. The trains pass under two roads and over three crossings on their way through Yarmouth. They are (from south to north) West Main Street (overpass, just after Royal Junction), Sligo Road (road crossing), East Elm Street (road crossing, just after Yarmouth Junction), North Road (road crossing) and Granite Street (overpass).

On weekdays, the trains pass through northbound at 12.03 PM (#681), 4.03 PM (#683), 7.53 PM (#685), 9.18 PM (#687) and 1.23 AM (#689). On weekends, they pass through at 1.23 PM (#691), 7.43 PM (#695), 10.23 PM (#697) and 1.23 AM (#699).

Southbound weekday times: 4.50 AM (#680), 7.50 AM (#682), 11.30 AM (#684), 1.50 PM (#686) and 5.45 PM (#688). Weekend: 6.20 AM (#690), 7.50 AM (#692), 11.40 AM (#694) and 6.25 PM (#698).

Trolley cars of the Portland and Yarmouth Electric Railway Company used to run, every fifteen minutes, from Portland, through Falmouth Foreside, up and down Pleasant Street and onto Main Street between 1898 and 1933, when the advent of the automobile made rail travel a less convenient option. Underwood Spring Park in Falmouth Foreside, with its open-air theater, casino and gazebo, was a popular gathering spot serviced by the trolley cars. The theater only existed for eight years, burning down in 1907. In 1906, a bridge was built over the Royal River, connecting the Brunswick and Portland trolleys at the Grand Trunk depot in town. The tracks ran down what is today’s walkers’ path to the Rowe School. The pedestrian bridge in the Royal River Park is built on old abutments for a trolley line which ran between Yarmouth and Freeport between 1906 and 1933.

Bus

The only bus route that services the town is Greater Portland Metro’s BREEZ. It has eleven southbound services to Portland and twelve northbound services to Brunswick on weekdays and an abbreviated Saturday schedule. There is no service on Sundays.

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On weekdays, the first southbound service arrives in Yarmouth at around 6.20 AM and the last one at around 8.45 PM. The first northbound service arrives at around 6.45 AM and the last one at around 9.50 PM.

On weekends, the first of six southbound services arrives at around 9.45 AM and the last one at around 8.55 PM. The first of seven northbound services arrives at around 8.30 AM and the last one at around 10.00 PM.

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There are three bus stop locations: the park and ride lot at the southbound exit 15 ramp of I-295, on Main Street in front of Yarmouth Town Hall, and on either side of Route 1 at Hannaford.

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Traveler Dream Destination: California

Traveling places, meeting new faces and exploring the unique part of being you, can be one of the favorite pastimes of an adventure hungry soul. Well, when it comes to travelling, one can never ignore the beauty that California has within. A unique place which houses the Tallest, Largest, And Oldest Trees of the World. Known as the Mecca of Wine, Silicon Valley, and birthplace of Apple, Disneyland, the Barbie dolls and what not.

This place is full of matchless attractions which can satisfy the needs of any traveler to the fullest. California is fortunate enough to have magnetic stunning natural attractions, Beautiful beaches, tranquil deserts, majestic mountains, magnificent ancient monuments and more.

Your experience in California can get more comfortable and world class by renting an exotic car which will transform your journey into a memorable one. So let's begin the things you must never miss if you happen to be in California.

Napa Valley

Napa Valley is favorite sport for wine lovers as it offers variety of luxurious accommodation including well cushioned beds, luscious meals, adoring boutique hotels with the unique blend of world class spas to rejuvenate, refresh and relax your body. This place is full of adventurous activities like guided wine hiking tours, hot air balloon rides and Night Camping.

Sequoia National Park & King Canyon National Park

Located next to each other both have joined sequoia trees as long as 300 feet, it also houses Mountain Whitney (one of the highest peaks of USA) and an amazing diversity of wildlife species. This place is famous for camping, exotic midnight bonfires, adventure sports, hiking. It has more than 15 campgrounds available for travelers.

San Diego Coastal City

Blessed to be surrounded with beautiful beaches, superb luxurious family attraction, houses America's world famous zoo, also featured in many Hollywood movies. Sea world San Diego, birch aquarium, and never ending beaches are eternal source of joy and pleasure.

San Francisco

Far known for the Golden Gate bridge, where tourist can drive exotic cars, ride bikes or even walk across this legendary bridge which is an epitome of modern technology. One can also enjoy stunning views and photography over this bridge. One can also visit the Lombard Street known for its tight curves. Fisherman's Wharf and Infamous Prison on Alcatraz Island can make you visit worth it.

Death Valley

Recognized as the hottest, driest place in the United States offers awesome and luxurious outdoor activities like ancient sites of Scotty's Castle, Wildrose Charcoal Kilns, ruins of Ghost Town. The Valley is well known for snow capped mountains, colorful sand dunes and beautiful Vista of Zabriskie Point.

Los Angeles: City of Angels

Surrounded by scenic attractions like Pacific coast, Sky touching Mountains. This place has a variety of outstanding attractions like Venice beach and Malibu. World's best amusement parks like Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood. Shopping here in Beverly hills can be your favorite pastime. Here one also has the chance to visit restaurants where rich and famous celebrities dine.

Santa Barbara

Beautiful coastal City also known as the American Riviera is known for mild temperature, California mission style architecture and Stearns Wharf.

The list of magnetic luxurious attractions is endless in California which also takes the credit of opening world's first McDonald restaurant. This place has of all the stuff to surprise the travelers every time they visit. Residents of this place are very friendly and helping in nature which makes your stay more comfortable and easy. The adventure sports of this place are an enthralling experience indeed. God has blessed California profusely. Visiting this wonderful place is a matter of great fortune as it is a dream destination.

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KingStreetwharf.com

Tourist attraction in the city of Sydney, New South Wales.

King Street Wharf, is a mixed-use tourism, commercial, residential, retail and maritime development on the eastern shore of Darling Harbour

Business Hours: Mon-Sun: 8:00am-11:00pm

Business Website : https://kingstreetwharf.com/

Email us at info@kingstreetwharf.com

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LONDON DISTRICTS

For the locations, I looked for landmarks, well-known streets, parks as well as city districts and came to the following selection:

CAMDEN

Camden is often described as an place which felt as though it was un-policed. People found their freedom to be and do what ever they want there. Camden was a former industrial district of London, full of cheap pubs and music venues. It was the perfect place for subculture to grow and develop, and Camden is where London punks found there home. It startet the Punk in the late 70s with mowhawks, safety pins and a load of attitude. From Punk poster boys Sex Pistols and The Clash, to feminist Punk heroes The Slits and X-Ray Spex, the Punks pushed boundaries across the board.

Worley, M. (2011). Punk into Post-Punk. Available from https://museumofyouthculture.com/punk/. 

CANARY WHARF

Canary Wharf is London’s central business district and known for its tallest buildings. The Canada Square tower held the record for being the tallest structure in the United Kingdom from 1990 until 2010 when the Shard was built.

Tim (2021). Things to do in Canary Wharf. Available from https://london-travel.co.uk/visit-canary-wharf-attractions. 

KING´S CROSS - LIGHTTUNNEL

The light tunnel in King´s cross connects the transport hubs of Kings Cross to its bars, restaurants and public spaces. The 90-metre long tunnel features an ‘art wall’ made from LED lights which is used to showcase artistic commissions.

Kings Cross (2021). The Kings Cross Tunnel. Available from https://www.kingscross.co.uk/kings-cross-tunnel

MARYLEBONE - BAKER STREET UNDERGROUND The underground station with the most platforms is Baker Street with 10. It was actually one of the original seven Underground stations which opened in 1863.  Attwoll, J. (2017).150 London Underground facts (including the birth of Jerry Springer in East Finchley station).  Available from https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/europe/united-kingdom/england/london/articles/London-Underground-150-fascinating-Tube-facts/. 

AnHistorian (2019).History Bite: Baker Street Tube Station. https://anhistorianabouttown.com/history-bite-baker-street-tube-station/

CHELSEA The house in Chelsea, London, is more than 74 times the price of the average UK home. With its white stucco-fronted facade and neatly-trimmed rows of box trees, it is certainly an address that’s easy on the eye.

Duncan, H. (2012). Welcome to Britain's most expensive street: The Chelsea crescent where £12m will buy you a four-bed terrace with a tiny garden. Available from https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2253930/Welcome-Britains-expensive-street-The-Chelsea-crescent-12m-buy-bed-terrace-tiny-garden.html.

BLOOMSBURY - SICILIAN AVENUE

From the top of a double-decker bus crawling past on Southampton Row or Bloomsbury Way, the two main roads this diagonal street connects you will barely notice this street with the gold-embossed arches bookmarking on each end. 

Reynolds, L. (2019). London's Italian Street: Sicilian Avenue. Available from https://londonist.com/london/secret/london-s-most-italian-street.