September 16, 2011

Golden Computer Centre

The Golden Computer Centre in Sham Shui Po is the mother of all IT centers... anywhere in the world! Decades ago, when I was first in Hong Kong, it was the place to go for all things pirated... movies, software, video games, you name it, they had it. It's been totally cleaned up and now is strictly monitored by IPR authorities, yet still today it has the broadest and cheapest selection of hardware and software for enthusiasts to buy and build their own computers, as well as to check out the latest and greatest in cameras and electronic gadgets.

It's also where earlier this year I found another cool car reflection for James' Weekend Reflections.

 Hong Kong, 2011

24 comments:

Sylvia K said...

Oh, what wonderful, colorful reflections for the day, Francisca! And what a terrific capture! Enjoy your weekend!!


Sylvia

'Tsuki said...

Great night light reflection, Francisca... Your travels bring so much to your art...

Kay L. Davies said...

Fabulous, Francisca. I haven't been to Hong Kong, but I'll bet my husband would love this store.
— K

Kay, Alberta, Canada
An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

Andy said...

You are right Francisca. This is a cool car reflection. Your photography skills are even cooler

Karen said...

A fabulous night shot!

Laura said...

fantastic reflections...well done!

Malyss said...

Great colours and lights! what an interesting reflection!

joo said...

I love the colours and the night lights in your photos Francisca. It would be fun to visit this city one day.
Have a great weekend:)

Kim, USA said...

^_^ That is an awesome reflection!

Getaway Place

James said...

Cool reflection and a great idea to show both views!

Ms. Becky said...

your travel photos captivate me and all the neon here is a sight to behold. I wish sometimes that you could just stick me into one of your suitcases and take me along. what a fantastic life you've seen. happy weekend to you Francisca.

Jim said...

Beautiful. Thanks for your well wishes. :)
Sydney - City and Suburbs

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

Wow -- amazing colors. I have a couple of kids who could probably happily live in this store.

Dianne said...

all the colors are wonderful

Simon said...

Fantastic image!! Love it. I enjoy images that combine with type or text...this is a fantastic find.

VioletSky-Sightlines said...

I always look forward to your posts - I never know where you will showing us next!

Andrea said...

You have all the best reflections anywhere in the world! Happy weekend.

Vicki/Jake said...

Reflections and shadows always make for great eye candy:)

Oakland Daily Photo said...

You're right. This is a very cool reflection.

Pat Tillett said...

Very interesting story and great reflection! Hope you are having a good weekend...

Unknown said...

My husband loves computer centers, and we have been to a few. Not sure if we have been to this one, but I'll let him know anyway. Thanks.

Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪 said...

if you go to Singapore, it is Sim LIm square of Funan centre. I hate the place because I am not a geek.

EG CameraGirl said...

You certainly DO get around! Yes, a very cool reflection!

Ebie said...

Hong Kong is the place for all the colorful neon lights.

Re my mall photos were taken in low light and I only adjusted the white balance. There was so much light at the mall entrance, and I had to darken the color.