Malaysia: Greetings from... Malaysia

Some interesting facts about Malaysia:

1) In terms of government system, Malaysia's national administration is largely structured along British lines - a constitutional monarchy, with power largely invested in parliament.

2) Few places can be described as "a country to two halves" quite a Malaysia. It does beaches and metropolitan gleam on the Malay Peninsula (also known as West Malaysia) - which is home to the capital Kuala Lumpur. It also offers rainforest and the call of the wild on Borneo - which it shares with Indonesia and Brunei.

3) Malaysia is home to some 31 million people, but only half this head-count is Malay. There are Chinese and Indian swirls to this melting pot, as well as indigenous tribal groups, particularly on Borneo.

Source: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/asia/malaysia/articles/sixteen-fascinating-facts-about-malaysia/
My trip to Kuala Lumpur and Penang, Malaysia in January 2018
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Hong Kong: Kappa Cassiopeiae

Kappa Cassiopeiae is a mammoth blue super giant, 4000 light years from Earth, whose velocity-fueled journey creates bow shocks as the star's magnetic fields, particle winds, and invisible gases collide.

Postcrossing Forum - 2018 February 50 RR [kobito]
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Hong Kong: Hong Kong International Airport

Postcrossing Forum - 2018 February 50 RR [vinchm]
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Australia: Koala

Koala is an arboreal herbivorous native to Australia. Its closest living relatives are the wombats. The koala is found in coastal areas of the mainland's eastern and southern regions, inhabiting Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. Koalas from the northern populations are typically smaller and lighter in color than their counterparts down south.

This very cute koala maxicard came in the beautiful envelop below. I cannot thank Cindy enough for both the maxicard and the First Day Cover of Year of the Dog 2018.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koala
Postcrossing Forum - 2018 February 50 RR [quickbrownfoxph]
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Philippines: Greetings from... Philippines

Officially the Republic of the Philippines, the Philippines is a archipelagic country in Southeast Asia. It consists of about 7641 islands that are categorized broadly under three main geographical division from north to south: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

The capital city of the Philippines is Manila, and the most populous city is Quezon City, both part of Metro Manila.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippines
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USA： Savannah, Georgia

A row of restored homes typical of the styles found throughout the city. Landscaped with live oaks, azaleas, fountains and statues, these homes reflect a grand heritage.

Postcrossing Forum - 10 countries RR Group 28 [jenhart28]
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Australia: Pink Diamond

Pink diamond is a type of diamond which has all the same elements as more commonly known diamonds except that they also exhibit pink color. The source of their pink color is greatly debated in the gemological world but it is most attributed to enormous additional pressure that these diamonds undergo during their formation.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pink_diamond
Postcrossing Forum - 2018 January 50 RR [quickbrownfoxph]
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Macau: Lunar Year of Dog

The Macao Post and Telecommunications Bureau adopted the "Heavenly Stems" calculation method to figure out the nature of the "five Elements" in the eleventh issue of the third series of Chinese Zodiac stamps "Lunar Year of the Dog". This year, the dog's nature from the "Five Elements" is "Earth", so it becomes the main character of the five stamps.

"Water Dog" - The Water Dog belongs to the "loving" category. He has a very independent personality with a high self-esteem. He fulfills his obligations stringently and conscientiously.

















Source: https://www.hongkongpoststamps.hk/eng/newsletter/2018/02/20180201d.htm
Direct Swap [PhoebeWai]
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South Korea: Christmas Cat

Direct Swap [gfishjjang]
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Taiwan: Sunset at Jiufen

Postcrossing Forum - 2017 December 50 RR [Defe]
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South Korea: Year of the Dog

Dog is one of the 12 year cycle of animals which appear in the Chinese zodiac related to the Chinese calendar. I feel extra special this year because I was born in the Year of Dog in 1994.

Happy Chinese / Lunar New Year everyone!!!!

Direct Swap [gfishjjang]
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Taiwan: Chunghwa Postal Museum 郵政博物館

The Postal Museum is a museum located in Taipei, Taiwan. The museum encompasses four floors and covers postal history, modern postal service, philately, and special exhibitions.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chunghwa_Postal_Museum
Postcrossing Forum - 2017 December 50 RR [chi]
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USA: 2002 Winter Olympics

The 2002 Winter Olympics, commonly known as the Salt Lake 2002, was a winter multi-sport event that was celebrated in February 2002 in and around Salt Lake City, USA.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2002_Winter_Olympics
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Ukarine: Year of the Rooster

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South Korea: Year of Rooster (2017)

For those who celebrates the Chinese New Year, hope you are enjoying the holiday and have a fruitful year :D

新年快樂 - Happy New Year
身體健康- Wish a Great Health

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Hong Kong: Year of Rooster (2017)

The Rooster is one of the twelve year cycle of animals which appear in the Chinese zodiac related to the Chinese calendar. People born within the following years can be said to have been born in the "Year of the Rooster": 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029, 2041.

Below are the Rooster stamps issued this year in Hong Kong.
My favorite is this $10 stamp :D

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South Korea: Jamsil Hangang Park

Jamsil Hangang Park is located on the southern side of the Hangang River between Jamsil Iron Bridge and Yeongdong Bridge. The park is adjacent to Jamsil Sprots Complex, Lotte World, and Olympic Park.

Source: http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/ATR/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=1000299
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Canada: Vancouver

The City of Vancouver is a coastal seaport city on the mainland of British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most ethnically and linguistically diverse cities in Canada; 52% of its residents have a first language other than English.

Vancouver is consistently named as one of the top five worldwide cities for livability and quality of life. It has also hosted many international conferences and events, including 2010 Winter Olympics.

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USA: Gemini

Gemini is the the third astrological sign in the zodiac, originating from the constellation of Gemini. Under the tropical zodiac, the sun transits this sign between May 21 and June 21. Gemini is represented by The Twins Castor and Pollux. The symbol of the twins is based on the Dioscuri, two mortals that were granted shared godhood after death.

I love this postcard because I'm a Gemini. :)

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Australia: Common Pheasants

Common pheasants are widespread throughout the world in introduced feral populations and in farm operations. They are characterized by strong sexual dimorphism, where males are highly decorated with bright colors and adornments such as wattles and long tails.

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