The National Monument in Kuala Lumpur was designed by Austrian sculptor Felix de Weldon and unveiled in 1966 to honour fallen soldiers. Reportedly, the world’s tallest bronze free-standing sculpture grouping, it is part of a warrior memorial park that includes a cenotaph. In this less photographed view reflected off the surrounding moat, five of the heroes can be seen.
Olympus OM-D, ISO 200, f11, 1/200 sec.
Queens Park Rangers’ Malaysian owner Tony Fernandes celebrates a winning goal here in Kuala Lumpur tonight. QPR beat Leeds United with that sole goal to go to the top of the league.
Olympus OM-D, ISO 800, f2, 1/15 sec with FL-50R flash.
Radiant and glorious. A little tattered around the edges but otherwise good. Happy 56th Independence Day, Malaysia.
Standing at about 95 meters (311 feet) tall, the giant flag is a little tricky to photograph from the ground. To appreciate its sheer size, look at the birdcage at the tip of the mast. It can hold several maintenance workers. It takes quite a bit of wind to lift it and when it does, it flutters with a graceful slow-motion effect. A beautiful sight in the morning sun.
Olympus OM-D, ISO 200, f8, 1/1600 sec.
