Hong Kong: Skyline

The Hong Kong has at least 7,792 high-rise buildings, with no fewer than 1,268 skyscrapers standing taller than 100 m  and at least 308 buildings over 150 m  in height. The tallest of these skyscrapers is the 118-storey International Commerce Centre, completed in 2010, which stands 484 m and is the ninth tallest building in the world. The skyline of Hong Kong is considered one of the best in the world, with the surrounding mountains and Victoria Harbour complementing the skyscrapers. Each evening, at least 44 skyscrapers and buildings on both sides of Victoria Harbour light up in a synchronised show called A Symphony of Lights, named by the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest permanent light and sound festival in the world.

Postcard 1

Thanks to Crissy. Nice Postmark "Post early for Christmas" used.

Postcard 2

Thanks to my friend Mr Sudhir Pai who was visiting Hong Kong. A special cancellation at Peak Post Office depicting the tram can be seen.

Poland: Warsaw Skyline

Warsaw is the capital and largest city of Poland. The metropolis stands on the Vistula River in east-central Poland. Warsaw is one of Europe’s most dynamic metropolitan cities.In 2012 the Economist Intelligence Unit ranked Warsaw as the 32nd most liveable city in the world. In 2017 the city came 4th in the “Business-friendly” category and 8th in “Human capital and life style”.It was also ranked as one of the most liveable cities in Central and Eastern Europe. On the right is Palace of Culture and science. On the left is Zolta 44.

Thanks to Ms Martha. She has used one of two, 2015 stamp featuring  a red rose.

Singapore: Skyline

The city-state of Singapore has over 4,300 completed high-rises, the majority of which are located in the Downtown Core. In the city, there are 64 skyscrapers that rise higher than 140 metres (459 ft). Three buildings share the title of tallest building in Singapore: United Overseas Bank Plaza One, Republic Plaza and Overseas Union Bank Centre.

Thanks to Mr Jonathan.