【中国永定游玩记】土楼之游 Fun in Yong Ding, China : Experiencing House of Clay

China Part 7  - Tu Lou (土楼), Yong Ding (永定), Northern FuJian (福建)

It was one of our effort to visit the local village during our China trip. And after a long journey from XiaMen to Yong Ding, we stay at the best hotel in that village, we could feel the cold air inside our room as well, covered myself layers and we could still felt the cold air. In fact, we do have heater. Oh Gosh. 

We began our second day with an early visit to the clay house! 土楼 (Tu Lou) at their Scenery Area.

 - Cigarettes -

The local made cigarette, anyone? Spotted this during our nature call (WC visit).

- The Ticket -

I still keep them and nicely left inside my diary. :)

And let us took a long walk to the clay house!

- The Clay House behind -

- The Jump Shot -

- One of the old Clay House -

A short story of Tu Lou, each Tu Lou (either it is round or in block), it represent a family under one roof, with relatives etc. The more people stay in the Tu Lou. the more solid it will be. It means that with the human "energy" in side, the building will last longer!

The funniest story I heard during my trip was, the English back then thought that China has been building tombs to prepare to have war! From the satellite signal, it does look round and huge!

- Souvenirs -

China has been categorising Tu Lou as the World Heritage. It was really good to know more about China lifestyle for Chinese from other countries.

- Tu Lou in block -

This building is an old building, we were directed to the new one which is in rounded building.

You will be surprise when you saw chickens walking around. They raise chickens inside the building. OMG!

- Sweets -

- The beautiful sight -

- Tu Lou -

Here we are!

We went to visit one of the Tu Lou, we were lucky to see the nicely decorated building which they were going to held a wedding ceremony! :)

In there, we won't be surprise that people are selling souvenirs as well. Reasonable priced and try to bargain with them!

- Inside -

The hall and rooms surrounded.

 - The Hall -

- Families -

- Random Shot -

- The second Tu Lou in block -

It was very far difference with the round one we compared earlier. We were surprised with the lifestyle here. 

Yes, they still live in there. 

- Last shot -

I love the handbag I bought!

That's all!

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【时尚生活】马卡龙 French Desserts : Macarons or Macaroons? Bonjour!

Bonjour! 

Means Good Day in French. :)

Month of February. Month of Love and in short, February is a busy month for important festive celebration! Wish all of you are well as I am. 

Before February ends, mom made badges of macarons for friends and I had a short photography session with them. Do enjoy the French sweetness. 

- Macarons -

- Macarons -

Many often make mistake and once I read that the correct one for this French sweet meringue-based confection is suppose to have one "o", instead of two.

So, the next picture will be the difference between both, don't make mistake again!

- Don't get confused -

- Macaron and Macaroon -

One made of Angel tears and another with coconuts. :)

Before ending this short entry, do enjoy the shots I took with MACARONS!

- Macarons -

Kid you not, I love my mom's recipe. No too sweet, just right.

Cheers!

More info : Macaron and Macaroons

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【生活点滴】 Bits of Updates : Welcoming CNY 2015 (Year of Goat)

It's the even of Chinese New Year.

Say Hello to Year of Goat and Good Bye Year of Horse!

- Reunion Dinner -

Since most Chinese would be busy during this period of time and most will be off from work earlier than usual to celebrate this auspicious and traditional Chinese celebration. :)

So, same to me as well. Had a fruitful dinner and prepared myself as well as settling all the payments as well! Ong Lai La (Hokkien) ~ 

- The Night Market -

The local Chinese area mostly will be crowded and setting with all the tents and lanterns. During the day before eve, we will be having CNY Night Markets at City Centre, Foh Sang and Lido on yearly basis. Last minute shopping and it is such a huge night market in KK!

- Koi DIY -

Learn from Facebook and there goes for this year! And they even request me to do some for their house and office decoration.

Okay, there goes a short write up on updates! Gong Xi Fa Cai to you!

Get more ang paos this year!

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Menggatal : Kokol Haven Resort and Kasih Sayang Health Resort. Perfect View of #KKCity! 【沙巴玩】 孟家达.

An unexpected road trip from KK to Kokol Hill.

Planned to visit Kasih Sayang Health Resort and in between the road trip, we drop by at Kokol Haven Resort.

In fact, Kokol Haven Resort do have a magnificent view of KK City and our beautiful islands with the perfect scene of horizon.

- Garden view of Kokol Haven Resort -

Sitting there and enjoying the view with breezy yet cold air, it was relaxing.

- Kokok Haven Resort -

- Kokol Haven Resort -

 - Kokol Haven Resort -

" Kokol Haven offers the most spectacular view of  Kota Kinabalu City. Views spanning far beyond 5 islans of Tunku Abdul Rahman Parks to the North, and beauty of the majestic Mt Kinabalu to the South. The resort is well known for its restaurant, Horizon with delicious dishes i.e. Oxtail Curry, Tuaran Mee and Fried Ice Cream. 

The amazing view coupled with Horizon's mouthwatering food makes Kokol Haven Resort a fantastic place to enjoy with friends and family " - Kokol Haven Resort.

- At the Garden of Kokol Haven Resort -

 

- The perfect view from Horizon, Kokol Haven Resort's restaurant -

We met so many familiar faces and friends, Kokol Haven Resort really caught Sabahan attention.

And next, further road trip to Kasih Sayang Health Resort.

- Cloud 9 Restaurant, Kasih Sayang Health Resort -

Another back to nature view with Kasih Sayang Health Resort. :)

We went there for a tea session.

- Acoustic singer -

Beautiful songs sang by them! They were only invited during weekends.

- Kasih Sayang Health Resort -

Sudden rain and the view was after the rain! I'm living on Cloud 9. 

- Kasih Sayang Health Resort -

Stay Calm and TAKE A BREAK. :)

Live to enjoy and of course, we can't forget that we need to earn to enjoy too!

Cheers! Happy Weekend!

Website :
Kokol Haven Resort
Kasih Sayang Health Resort


Location :
KM 10, Jalan Kokol, Menggatal,
Sabah, Malaysia.

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