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19th March 2010

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

I didn't go to Lhasa before occupation, but I'm fairly certain that the Chinese 'influence' has changed Lhasa immeasurably. It's only because the Tibetan people are so strong and proud of their own culture that they continue to practice their faith despite their subjugation.
From Blog: Walking in circles for the Dalai Lama
19th March 2010

anonymous
non-member comment

I love Tibet
Well, I'm Chinese, I agree Chinese government did a stupid job for Lhasa city planning, as they did for other acient cities, but it's not equal to say Chinese influence changed Lhasa. Tibet people are still living by faith, but Chinese are totally lost, partially thanks to Western influence.....
From Blog: Walking in circles for the Dalai Lama
18th March 2010

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

They were really beautiful... a good choice of destination for relaxing and watching the world go by.
From Blog: Sunsets and snorkels
17th March 2010

denidax
Deni, Dax and Ella

:o)
Great pics, as always!!!!
From Blog: Sunsets and snorkels
16th March 2010

anonymous
non-member comment

I was the anonymous fella who wrote for ya when your dad said ya sure in KL heaven. Ya continue to be so, the Perhentian heaven, not islands. Great pictures!
From Blog: Sunsets and snorkels
16th March 2010

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

Oh great, thank you... I thought they might be a kind of parrotfish, but wasn't certain. They were big!
From Blog: Sunsets and snorkels
13th March 2010

anonymous
non-member comment

Bumphead Parrotfish
That's the name of the giant blue fish who you can hear crunching coral.
From Blog: Sunsets and snorkels
12th March 2010

su
non-member comment

Pedas + panas = Penang
Hi, Sorry to hear that your feet were still in a recovery mode. Gosh, I was in Penang three decades ago I think. Heard the place has changed tremendously. Also heard that Penang is a foodie's paradise. I would turn into a little ball if I indulged. Hope you put on some weight though. Take care, Su out!
From Blog: Pedas + panas = Penang
11th March 2010

marie
non-member comment

Such an interesting culture
From Blog: Pedas + panas = Penang
11th March 2010

marie
non-member comment

http://www.mylocaltown.ie/
The pictures are awesome, I would love to go there one day and explore there culture, thanks for sharing
From Blog: Pedas + panas = Penang
10th March 2010

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deleted_155398

wow im a malaysian largely based in KL and I travel to Penang almost annually.. these pics are great, I actually have to visit some of these places during the chinese new year period next time
From Blog: Pedas + panas = Penang
10th March 2010

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

... sure, let's go with that!
From Blog: Towers at the muddy confluence
8th March 2010

anonymous
non-member comment

Say, fella, you can do better than that answer to your dad. I'll do it for ya. Dad, it certainly is heaven. Where on earth can one go up one helluva tall tower (even taller than the Petronas towers due to it being perched on a hill) to view a pair of steel-clad towers?
From Blog: Towers at the muddy confluence
8th March 2010

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

yep!
From Blog: Towers at the muddy confluence
7th March 2010

Dad
non-member comment

Bliss
You must be in heaven!
From Blog: Towers at the muddy confluence
6th March 2010

P
non-member comment

nice travel blog!
Hey John, I loved reading about your adventures. It's sounds like you had an incredible trip to Tibet that left a deep impression on you. In case you're interested, I've been documenting my adventures in Tibet as well. Check out my travel blog at http://tibettravelblog.com and my photoblog at http://tibetanportraits.com and let me know what you think. Looks like you got some really great pics on your trip! Best, P
From Blog: Walking in circles for the Dalai Lama
28th February 2010

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

I'm there! Are you around next week?? :-))
From Blog: Cereal, toast and a western toilet
28th February 2010

Clo
non-member comment

des croissants!
Hi Guys! We had a great time with you too! I told you to stay longer ;-) come again! Since you really like it, we'll ask you to clear a path on the hill in front of the flat and we'll find some mud to remove, then you'll have more croissants for breakfast! Your blog is really great! Bises Clo
From Blog: Cereal, toast and a western toilet
26th February 2010

kane walker
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Hey, after being to Ngorongoro crater myself i fully understand the emotions you are going through!!! Enjoy the moment and remember the experience, truly, one of lifes highlights!!!
From Blog: Big cat diaries, part 2
26th February 2010

anonymous
non-member comment

MAGIC love the pictures!!!
From Blog: Big cat diaries, part 1
25th February 2010

Su
non-member comment

Oops-Sabah
Hi again. Sorry the timing was off on my part. But if still interested in hanging out with my people, please do not hesitate to let me know at your soonest. Thanks to your blog and the fantastic pics, I have no doubt my next visit will take me to Indochina and East M'sia. Mosquitoes, get out of the way! Have a safe trip back to S'pore.
From Blog: Men of the forest
25th February 2010

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

Hey Clo, I'm so glad you've subscribed to my blog and hope you enjoy all the Borneo stories! The people are such an important part of the story, and without a doubt the thing I miss most now that I've left. The next blog will be on our visit to KK - I'll try not to say thank you too many times for your hospitality, but I make no promises! PS - sorry again for breaking the glass!!
From Blog: Men of the forest
25th February 2010

Clo
non-member comment

Just great!
Your pictures are wonderful and I love the way you talk about the forest, the animals AND the People (which is rather seldom in the travelers blog who visited the Kinabatangan). All the best! Clo
From Blog: Men of the forest
25th February 2010

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

Thanks!
From Blog: In awe of Angkor, part 2
24th February 2010

willfearon
will fearon

amazing pics
honestly, some of the best photos of the temples that I've ever seen, I love them all, good effort!
From Blog: In awe of Angkor, part 2

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I work as a town planner in London, and have always enjoyed travelling. I also love photography, and in June 2009 I decided to take a year off work to travel the globe. This blog recounts that trip. I left London on the 14th June 2009. My trip divided roughly into four legs. The first is in Africa, from Kenya to South Africa, starting in June and finishing at the end of September. I then flew to Mumbai, for a three month trip through Central Asia taking in India, Nepal and Tibet. Next up was Southeast Asia, where I travelled through Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia, arriving in Sin... full info
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