Mr Black's HK Escapade (Episode 2: Of Buddha and The Abyss)

This is the 2nd out of 3 episodes that Mr Black had painstakingly arranged for his friends and visitors out there. Do enjoy but remember, please tag if you have something to say. Here goes:
Reached Tung Chung Station early second day morning just to receive a bit of drizzle. The condominiums (at least I think they are) are a stark contrast to the mountains that lie peacefully behind them (see carefully). And the wind there is strong enough to blow an infant off. Brrr. We have a date with Buddha nonetheless.
The Giant Buddha atop the mountain in Lantau Island. At 34m in height and 250 tons in weight, it is the world's tallest seated bronze Buddha. Triple R-E-S-P-E-C-T.
No kidding, but Mr Black climbed 268 steps to reach Buddha. Phew. But it's worth it, as you can see later.
The view from midway of the climb. More to come.
This is definitely in contention for the best picture we took in HK. Bless me and my blog, Buddha.
Finally, the first group shot I posted. No prizes for guessing which is Mr Black. Focus on the ocean behind, the view is simply sweet at the foot of the Buddha.
Ocean Park Hong Kong is one of those places that is built on a mountain slope. See those roller-coaster tracks in the background? No, I am not going to take them.
You gotta take 4 of these 5 minute escalators in excruciating heat in order to reach the Highlands of Ocean Park. Gives a whole new meaning to escalators.
This is Mr Black's pick for the most exhilarating ride in the park: The Mine Train. Watch as the train climbs a slope gently and then zooms down at break-neck speed, then circles and spins. Don't worry, if you are flung off, you will just drop hundreds of yards down to the ocean behind.
This is the Pacific Ocean, as seen from the Pacific Ocean Pier, one of the places that made my bloody long escalator journey worth it.
Errr... we will get to that later. Those are all the rides designed to scare the balls and guts out of anybody.
The double-looped roller coaster which I took eventually, under the consistent nagging of somebody else. But hey, it wasn't that scary after all.
I guess kids and adults (couples) take the Ferris Wheel for different reasons, if you know what I mean.
What are we strapped up for, baby? Oh, the Abyss of course! I felt my blood drain away from my face as I watch others dropped first.

Well, we have come to the end of Episode 2: Of Buddha and The Abyss. Do look out for the last Episode 3: Drops, Dolphins, Dance... & China only right here on www.blackrhapsody.blogspot.com.

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