NEW ZEALAND (CARTE POSTALE) 1901

 CARTE POSTALE 1901
~ Ports of Auckland (POAL) NEW ZEALAND ~


Present by Senior Collector "桃哥" from Kuantan

October 2010

Ports of Auckland (POAL), the successor to the Auckland Harbour Board, is the company administering Auckland's commercial freight and cruise ship harbour facilities. As the company owns and / or operates all of the associated facilities in the Greater Auckland area (excluding the ferry terminals and local marinas for recreational yachting), this article is about both the current company and the ports of Auckland themselves.

Great Britain - H.M. Queen Elizabeth (Returning from the Ceremony of Trooping the Color)

 Present by WL (Kuantan, Pahang)

2nd June 2010

My favorite card with Queen Elizabeth's photograph.

PostCard: London, Great Britain
Printer:  Valentine & Sons Ltd.

Status: Unused

Discovery: Present by collector

London, Great Britain - Westminster Bridge & Clock Tower

• PostCard: London, Great Britain
  Printer:  Stengel & Co.
• Status: From London, Great Britain to Paris, France
• Cancellation: 4th Februry 1903 (Both Countries)

*** Discovery: Bought from Uncle Tou on 23rd May 2010 in Kuantan

WESTMINSTER BRIDGE

Westminster Bridge is a road and foot traffic bridge over the River Thames between Westminster, Middlesex bank, and Lambeth, Surrey bank in what is now Greater London, England.. Opened in 1862.

  

History

For over 600 years, the nearest bridge to London Bridge was at Kingston. Proposals for a bridge at Westminster had been made as early as 1664. These were opposed by the Corporation of London and the watermen. Despite further opposition in 1722 and after a new timber bridge was built at Putney in 1729, the scheme received parliamentary approval in 1736. Financed by private capital, lotteries and grants, Westminster Bridge, designed by the Swiss architect Charles Labelye, was built between 1739-1750.

CLOCK TOWER

A Clock Tower was built at Westminster in 1288, with the fine-money of Ralph Hengham, Chief Justice of the King's Bench.

The face of the Great Clock of Westminster. The hour hand is 2.7 metres (9 ft) long and the minute hand is 4.3 metres (14 ft) long.

Big Ben is the nickname for the great bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, and is often extended to refer to the clock or the clock tower as well. Big Ben is the largest four-faced chiming clock and the third-tallest free-standing clock tower in the world. It celebrated its 150th annivesary in May 2009 (the clock itself first ticking on 31 May 1859),during which celebratory events took place.

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Malaysia - by Tourism Malaysia (TM-10)

Discover ancient rainforests, meandering streams, cascading waterfalls and pristine lakes. Blessed with year-round sunshine and rain, Malaysia is endowed with natural wonders.

Malaysia - by Tourism Malaysia (TM-09)

Malaysia is a melting pot of cultures. Renowned as a unique nation with multi-enthnic groups living in peace and harmony, Malaysia offers a profusion of colourful festivals and celebrations.

Malaysia - by Tourism Malaysia (TM-08)

It's love at first sight when you're in Malaysia. Love its cultural heritage, traditional wedding ceremonies and breathtaking sights. Make Malaysia your wedding or honeymoon destination.

Malaysia - by Tourism Malaysia (TM-07)

Experience traditional Malaysian hospitality. Experience staying at a rustic Kampung or village. Experience our "homestay" programmes.

You can find it Kampung style "homestay" at the Island of Malaysia like Langkawi Island, Pangkor Island, Redang Island, Tioman Island, Port Dickson, Labuan...

Malaysia - by Tourism Malaysia (TM-06)

Mingle with the jostling crowd and join in the excitement of haggling at the night markets or pasar malam. Alternatively, enjoy the comforts and convenience shopping in huge air-conditioned malls. It's all here in Malaysia.

Recommended Shopping Mall:

- At Kuala Lumpur Area:  

KLCC, Pavillion, Sungai Wang, Lot 10, KL Plaza, Mid Valley, Sunway Piramid

- Night market at Kuala Lumpur: 
ChinaTown "茨厂街", Pasar Malam at Taman Connaught (Most favorite visit of local)

Malaysia - by Tourism Malaysia (TM-05)

Despite its tropical climate, Malaysia is home to a number of hill stations. Enjoy the charming cottages and cool winds in these relaxing holiday retreats.

Recommended places: 

Cameron Highland, Genting Highland, Gunung Pahang

Malaysia - by Tourism Malaysia (TM-04)

Whether it's architectural marvels or fine works-of art, Malaysia's diverse cultures offer a wealth of heritage that is unique and truly Asia.

Most properly we can visit the Museum of Malaysia to find the Malaysia tradition. And even you can buy your those tradition item as souvenir at the hottest tourist market - Centre Market "Pasar Seni" in Kuala Lumpur.

Malaysia - by Tourism Malaysia (TM-03)

Journey through Malaysia and savour the best of Asia's culinary fare. From the spicy to the succulent, this food paradise offers an assortment of delights to tempt your palate.

Favorite local food and beverage of Malaysia:

"Satay" with peanut sauce, "Kuih-muih", "Nasi ", Malay style grill chicken, "Fu Yong" fried egg, Rendang Chicken, "Nasi Lemak" coconut rice, "Sirap Bandung" - local drink...

Malaysia - by Tourism Malaysia (TM-02)

Bask in the beauty of Malaysia's breathtaking shores and vibrant undersea attractions. Tropical paradise getaways await you in Malaysia.

Malaysia - by Tourism Malaysia (TM-01)

Sipadan is one of the top 5 destinations in the world where you can explore the colorful treasures of the sea.

Free PostCard by Tourism Centre Kuantan, Pahang

 Present by Tourism Centre Kuantan, Pahang

Many thanks to the Lady who working in the Tourism Centre Kuantan, yesterday (20th May 2010) I actually was trying my luck to look for some PostCards in town, it has been many times I asked those Stationery Shops & Book shops around Kuantan, but shot no bird!! Finally I passing  the Tourism Centre, and I got present by the Office Lady who working there, thanks so much to "Ms Lady". Hope to see you soon...

PostCard: Malaysia
Content: 10pcs PostCard in a Holder
Printer: Printing by Malaysia Tourism
Size: Width 150mm, Length 15mm

Thanks for "Ms Lady"

Malaya - Invitation Card

I used to travel and looking for those special stuffs especially this kind of old card.

Card: Invitation Card
Printer:  Personalized printed

Status: From Malacca to Batu Pahat, Johor (In between state of Malaysia) 

Sent Date: 9th June 1962, 7.45am

Remark: after Malaya Independence became Malaysia, but still using Malaya stamp that time.

Discovery: bought it in November 2009, at the ChinaTown Flea Market (茨厂街的老鼠街) in Pudu, Kuala Lumpur

Great Britain - H.M. Queen Elizabeth

 Present by WL (Kuantan, Pahang)

May 2010

My favorite card with Queen Elizabeth's photograph.

PostCard: London, Great Britain
Printer:  Valentine & Sons Ltd.

Status: Unused

Discovery: Present by collector

Great Britain - H.M. Queen Elizabeth (The Royal Family of Balmoral)

 Present by Uncle Tou (Kuantan, Pahang)

16th May 2010

My favorite card with Queen Elizabeth's photograph.

PostCard: London, Great Britain
Printer:  Valentine & Sons Ltd.

Status: Unused

Discovery: Present by collector

Edinburgh, Great Britain - Old PostCard

Another my lovely collection...

PostCard: Scotland, Great Britain
Printer:  Valentine & Sons Ltd.

Status: From Edinburgh, Great Britain to Germany

Sent Date: 30th May 1959

Discovery: bought it in 2009, at flea market in Bangkok, Thailand

 THE FORTH BRIDGE

The labor of 5,000 men (day & night) for seven years, opened March 1890. Cost over 3,000,000 pound. Length 1 1/2 miles. 2 spans 0f 1710 feet and 2 of 690 feet . Height 361 feet.

The Forth Bridge is a cantilever railway bridge over the Firth of Forth in the east of Scotland, to the east of the Forth Road Bridge, and 14 kilometres (9 mi) west of central Edinburgh. It is often called the Forth Rail Bridge or Forth Railway Bridge to distinguish it from the Forth Road Bridge. The bridge connects Scotland's capital city with Fife, and acts as a major artery connecting the north-east and south-east of the country. Described as "the one internationally recognised Scottish landmark", it may be nominated by the British government to be added to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in SCotland. The bridge and its associated railway infrastructure is owned by Network Rail Infrastructure Limited. It is currently the longest cantilever bridge in the world for rail transport (second longest cantilever bridge in the world after the Quebec Bridge).

Belgium - Unused PostCard

 

I love this card so much which designed with black and white. I bought it from Bangkok, Thailand flea market in 2009 . Looks like new, but not sure whether it is old card or not...

Marilyn Monroe PostCard

anyone could help me to translate this Japanese Language? ... I really interesting to know what's the content writting.