As 2011 draws to a close, I thought I’d share some of my favourite photos from 2011. So here goes. Western Australia Trip I went for a short trip to Perth, Western Australia with my friend Clarence where we enjoyed ourselves a lot. It was also fun to catch up with our respective friends and… Continue reading 2011 – Year In Photos
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Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and Water Wheel
The Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse was built in 1895 to safely guide ships traveling to Australia’s eastern ports. It’s situated at the most southerly point of Australia at Cape Leeuwin, and marks the point where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. Unfortunately on the day when Clarence and myself visited it during our trip to Western… Continue reading Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and Water Wheel
Sugarloaf Rock
Situated near the coastline of the Leeuwin-Naturiste National Park, the Sugarloaf Rock is said to be one of the most widely photographed seascapes in Western Australia. After a short drive from Bussel Jetty, Clarence and I arrived at a lookout point overlooking the rock formation close to sunset. At the same time, a storm is… Continue reading Sugarloaf Rock
Busselton Jetty
At almost 2km long, the Busselton Jetty in the town of Busselton, Western Australia is said to be the longest wooden jetty in the southern hemisphere. A long jetty was required as ships were unable to dock closer to the shore as the waters of Geographe Bay where it’s located is too shallow. Clarence and… Continue reading Busselton Jetty
The Pinnacles, Western Australia
Located at the Nambung National Park in Western Australia, the Pinnacles are limestone structures created 25,000 to 30,000 years ago after the sea receded and left deposits of sea shells. Over time, the surrounding sand were removed through the exposure to coastal winds, leaving the pillars exposed as we know them today. I visited the… Continue reading The Pinnacles, Western Australia
Perth Sunset
A few months ago, my Krisflyer points were expiring, so I decided to redeem a return ticket to the furthest place which my points will let me. This turned out to be Perth, Western Australia. I also asked a long time friend of mine, Clarence, who agreed to come along as well. The trip itself… Continue reading Perth Sunset