Early morning in Ghent, just before sunrise on Burggravenlaan. The city was still waking up, with a few cyclists and cars on the road, while the sky put on a stunning display of soft orange and blue hues. A quiet moment before the day kicked into gear.
Ghent, Belgium
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Went for an early morning hike, covering about 11 km, keeping an eye out for interesting light and shadow compositions. It was already getting brighter, but I hadn’t found anything that really stood out.
On my way back home, I came across this scene—perfect timing, with the sunburst, shadows, and the cyclist all coming together just right. Sometimes, the best shots happen when you least expect them! Ghent, Belgium Beyond the bustling streets of Siem Reap, life takes on a different rhythm. On Tonlé Sap Lake, homes float, boats serve as daily transport, and the water is both a lifeline and a way of life. A glimpse into the everyday reality of Cambodia, where tradition and resilience go hand in hand.
Tonlé Sap Lake, Siem Reap, Cambodia Walking through the ancient corridors of Angkor Wat, it’s easy to feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Built in the early 12th century by King Suryavarman II, this massive temple was originally dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu before later becoming a Buddhist site.
The long, weathered hallways, intricate carvings, and towering structures are a reminder of the Khmer Empire’s incredible architectural skill. Today, visitors from all over the world come to explore its history, much like these this traveler—stopping to take in the details, just as people have for centuries. Angkor Wat, Siem Riep, Cambodia In the floating villages of Tonlé Sap, the water isn’t just a place to fish—it’s a home, a road, and a way of life. While the stilt houses tower above, adapting to the lake’s rising and falling waters, small boats like this one are essential for daily routines—whether it's fishing, trading, or simply getting around.
It’s a world where life flows with the rhythm of the water, and every journey, no matter how small, is part of the lake’s ever-changing story. Outskirts of Siem Reap, Cambodia Siem Reap is the gateway to Angkor, a buzzing hub for travelers and culture lovers. But just beyond the city’s lively streets, another world unfolds. Exploring these outskirts offers a glimpse into local life, where wooden stilt houses, open fields, and dirt roads tell a different story of Cambodia.
Siem Reap, Cambodia As we sat on the boat, taking in the view, a young guy steered us through the ancient moats of Angkor Wat—the biggest religious monument in the world. This place was built to represent Mount Meru, the sacred mountain in Hindu mythology. Angkor Wat symbolizes the incredible ambition of Cambodia’s ancient rulers, who were often seen as ‘god-kings.’ Each wanted to outdo the last, making their temples bigger, more impressive, and perfectly designed. In the end, it all led to this stunning masterpiece.
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia It’s been a long time since we’ve had this snow here. Nice to look at, but not so great when you have to be on the road… And of course, I have to drive all the way up north today...
Ghent, Belgium This is the view looking west from the casino in Middelkerke, with Nieuwpoort in the distance. Walking along the shore at low tide has always felt so peaceful—there’s something incredibly calming about it.
Even though the Belgian coastline is dominated by endless apartment blocks (and the cranes in the background show that construction isn’t slowing down anytime soon), nature still finds a way to put on a stunning show. The sunset painted the sky with mesmerizing colors, making it easy to forget the concrete jungle behind me—at least for a moment. Middelkerke, Belgium A few snapshots from a peaceful walk we took along the Belgian coast two weeks ago. We strolled from Ostend to the Middelkerke Casino along the shoreline—not a long walk, but so relaxing in this beautiful weather!
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