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Dr Sun Yat-Sen Garden, Chinatown

among the key elements of a classical Chinese garden are Tai Hu rocks (these ones brought in from China) taking the role of sculptures, and pine trees, symbolizing longevity, tenacity, and dignity

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bill friedlander24-Aug-2019 15:30
Pleasing shapes, light and shadow. A nice peaceful mood. V
Tom LeRoy24-Aug-2019 14:48
A wonderful zen atmosphere struck in this delightful garden. Excellent shot. V
Fong Lam24-Aug-2019 14:27
Those Tai Hu rocks are symbolic in a Chinese garden and they beautifully complement with the exotic pine trees...well composed with that dappled light...V
David Buzzeo24-Aug-2019 04:49
What a lovely tranquil scene. V
Bryan Murahashi24-Aug-2019 04:38
Wonderful shadows and mood. Takes me back to my visit to Shanghai.
Nirvan Hope24-Aug-2019 03:18
Love that rock and the pine tree - such great character and good to know the symbolism.
Dennis Hoyne23-Aug-2019 23:48
I love those shadows and tree branches!
Hank Vander Velde23-Aug-2019 20:55
A beautiful image with nice light and shadows David.
Karen Stuebing23-Aug-2019 19:35
Love the strong light and shadow accentuating the graceful curves of the trunks and branches. V.
Helen Betts23-Aug-2019 17:03
Very interesting information, and quite an attractive composition.
Don Mottershead23-Aug-2019 16:57
Wonderful composition. V
Jim Coffman23-Aug-2019 15:38
I love this well kept garden.. Very nice capture...
Walter Otto Koenig23-Aug-2019 15:36
A fine combination of elements for this garden. Like the shapes and shadows.
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