Sydney the day after storm

Sydney has a quaint beauty, bustling with dense houses and fewer parks compared to Melbourne. The next day strolling through Sydney's streets, the sky brightened but clouds persisted with occasional rain showers. Due to storm damage, tram services to the city center were temporarily suspended and replaced by buses, but by afternoon, they resumed normal operations. Sydney's hilly terrain means many small, winding streets and even major roads twist and turn to reduce slopes. The falling leaves enhance the golden autumn beauty. Numerous pigeons, seagulls, and notably large birds resembling eagles with long, curved, black beaks roam freely, seemingly unaffected by the cold rain. As we wandered the city center, we used the clock tower at Sydney's Central Station as a landmark to avoid getting lost.

 

 

Surprisingly, one encounters many Asians in central Sydney. Not only in Oriental City Center, a bustling commercial hub lined with heavy traffic, but also in the large shopping center named Sydney Market with its multiple floors and countless stalls, teeming with... many black-haired heads.

 

In Melbourne, I admired the welcoming gates of the Vietnamese enclave in Richmond, and the uniquely beautiful gates of Footscray currently under construction. I heard Sydney has a large and beautiful gate that... isn't very Vietnamese, as I've just discovered.

 

In reality, it's not a Vietnamese gate but called the Friendship Archway, located near the bustling commercial area of Freedom Plaza, blending multiple cultural influences. Its architecture bears a strong Chinese influence, yet features Vietnamese imagery like buffalo and horse statues, though the inscriptions are in Chinese!

 

The next day, Sydney was blessed with another lucky day. The storm had passed, the sky cleared to a brilliant blue, though still chilly. Leisurely strolling around, observing bustling streets full of cars, crowded commercial streets, and the lively Circular Quay bustling with activity. Admiring the famous Harbour Bridge and exploring the unique beauty of the Opera House in the daylight.

 
Back on the ferry, this time able to sit back and relax on the upper deck to admire the bay in its daytime splendor. Tourists delighted in viewing and photographing the iconic Harbour Bridge, the unique Opera House, and Circular Quay with its tightly packed ships and skyscrapers. In the middle of the estuary lies a small, tranquil green island. The scenery was truly beautiful and serene.
 
 
 
 
Visiting the Maritime Museum with its unique architecture, leaning like a small "opera shell" building. Resembling a ship with large warships and sailing ships swaying on both sides, this museum preserves a rich history of Australia's maritime industry and British history. Returning to the ferry dock, I encountered indigenous Australians performing traditional musical instruments by the roadside to collect money.
 
 
TThe sky remained cloudy and chilly, but the storm had passed, allowing for leisurely walks to capture street scenes and take memorable photos. Arriving at Fish Market Sydney - this market is a must-visit destination. The stalls are always bustling, with locals buying groceries and tourists exploring, enjoying a variety of fresh seafood or cooked dishes.
 

 

Author: VuThanh

 

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