Asia has some of the most dramatic highrise cityscapes. Post pics from your city.

Singapore

CBD area
http://img104.exs.cx/img104/249/dense.jpg

http://img127.exs.cx/img127/4238/dense3.jpg

Toa Payoh & Balestier region
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/photopost/data/2/103tpskyline.jpg

East Coast
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/photopost/data/2/103DSCN2567.jpg

2 panos
http://img111.exs.cx/img111/5151/balestierpano.jpg

http://img72.exs.cx/img72/4190/density.jpg

Hong Kong

Tseung Kwan O
http://www.geocities.com/hksuburbs/20030420/RIMG8012.JPG

http://www.pbase.com/bluetitan/image/16675526.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/bluetitan/image/23783566.jpg

Yau Tong
http://www.pbase.com/kongalice/image/21731038.jpg

Shatin
http://www.pbase.com/aksu/image/32817333.jpg

Bangkok - Thailand

http://www.cn-thai.co.th/Project%20Site/Genneral%20Project/All%20Season/ALL-SEASON-3.jpg

http://www.cn-thai.co.th/Project%20Site/Genneral%20Project/All%20Season/ALL-SEASON-2.jpg

http://www.csun.edu/%7Ekbp55872/Photo%20Album/Bangkok%20008.jpg

http://www.csun.edu/%7Ekbp55872/Photo%20Album/Bangkok%20005.jpg

Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/photopost/data/2/9panokl1.jpg

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/photopost/data/2/9cititel1.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/chorse/image/2607409.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/chorse/image/2424971.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/chorse/image/2429012.jpg

MOre of Bangkok
http://www.csun.edu/%7Ekbp55872/Pictures/bangkok3.jpg

Penang

http://www.xpphotoalbum.com/data/500/6619Northam_Road_2_.jpeg?8036
http://img39.photobucket.com/albums/v121/PabloFa/Dscn2592.jpg
http://img39.photobucket.com/albums/v121/PabloFa/Dscn4048.jpg
http://www.xpphotoalbum.com/data/500/6619Skyline_26_.jpeg?2399
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v198/gustdz/Skyline37.jpg

Penang looks cool!!!

The Orchard shopping and hotel belt in Singapore

http://www.pbase.com/image/37973511.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v133/RafflesCity/orchdense.jpg

Philippines Great Hideaways (http://www.geocities.com/ncbmandy) includes Aerial Sports (skydiving, ultralight aircraft, and hot-air balloons), Board Sailing, Caving, Mountain Biking, Rockclimbing, Sea Kayaking, Surfing, Trekking, Scuba Diving, and White Water Rafting.


I really like the skyline of METRO MANILA (http://www.geocities.com/ncbmandy) thats why i made a website just for it.

Metro Manila MRT and LRT (http://www.geocities.com/ncbmandy)
Stations of North to Monumento is under construction as of January 2005.
Stations of Redemptorist to Niyog is under construction as of January 2005.
http://www.geocities.com/metro_manila_philippines/metro_manila_lrt.jpeg
Reminder: When riding the Light Rail Transit (LRT) in Metro Manila always remember that the First Coach is exclusive for Female Passengers Only and the Remaining Coaches are for both Male and Female Passengers. The End Part of the Last Coach is exclusive for Pregnant, Senior Citizen, Passengers with Infant and Children and Employees of LRTA and DOTC only.

Metro Manila Skyline (http://www.geocities.com/ncbmandy)
http://www.geocities.com/ncbmandy/000manilaskyline.jpg

http://www.geocities.com/ncbmandy/022manilaskyline

http://www.geocities.com/ncbmandy/023manilaskyline

more photos on my website www.geocities.com/ncbmandy (http://www.geocities.com/ncbmandy)

Welcome to Metro Manila (http://www.geocities.com/ncbmandy), the political, economic, social, educational, cultural and recreational hub of this vast archipelago of 7,107 islands that is The PHILIPPINES (http://www.geocities.com/ncbmandy). Nowhere else in the country can the visitor acquire a greater dose of local color, a better understanding of the country's multifaceted culture, or as many glimpses of its contrasts as in this pulsating, vibrant metropolis. The streets are alive with colorful jeepneys, rumbling buses and sleek automobiles. In old sections of Manila like Intramuros (the old walled city) and Chinatown, clip-clopping horse-drawn carriages pick their way through traffic. Glass and concrete towers rise side-by-side with Spanish colonial houses and neo- classical government buildings. Dragon arches, gold-domed mosques and elaborately-styled mansions define the enclaves of the Chinese, the Moslems, the rich and famous. Outside the civilized bustle of air-conditioned shopping centers, sidewalk vendors haggle and press with the sweaty, hurrying crowds. The glare and gaiety of marketplaces are mere steps away from the peaceful greenery of parks and the hushed silences of churches.

Premier gateway to the many islands and tourist destinations north and south of the Philippines, Metro Manila has its own share of attractions to suit every interest. Here, churches, museums and theatres vie for the attentions of history and culture buffs. Malls, boutiques, flea markets and antique shops offer endless surprises for shoppers and souvenir-hunters. Posh restaurants and sidewalk eateries entice gastronomic adventurers. Snazzy discos and cozy bars entertain the night owl. Golfing greens, country clubs and accessible out-of-town resorts provide recreation and relaxation for all. And everywhere, a friendly, festive people who smile readily, adore music and love to welcome visitors with their world-famous brand of hospitality.

Getting There:
Manila is an international gateway city. The Ninoy Aquino International Airport, seven kilometers from the city center, services 26 major international airlines as well as charter flights from Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan and other countries. Its has adequate facilities such as duty-free centers, tourist information counters, hotel and travel agency representative, banks, postal services, car rental and chartered flight services, a medical clinic and a baggage deposit area. Philippine Airlines, the official flag carrier, links Manila to 26 cities in 19 countries and provides daily service to and from 42 major destinations within the country.

Manila's passenger and container ports bustle with the activities of several local and international shipping concerns. Cruise ships, as well as chartered and private vessels, find berth in the calm waters of Manila Bay.

Getting Around:
When in Manila, get around as the Manileños do via the colorful, ubiquitous jeepneys. These "kings of the road" not only get you almost everywhere around the city on a minimal fare, they also provide insights into the Filipino psyche and allow a liberal glimpse of pop art. Otherwise there are the buses, air-conditioned or not, which ply the wider, oft-traveled routes like Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), the major artery which cuts through the metropolis and connects important points from Monumento in the north to Baclaran in the south. Some buses go as far north as Novaliches and as far south as Alabang and Muntinlupa. The Light Rail Transit LRT Line 1 and Metrostar Express MRT Line 3 runs overhead along Taft Avenue and Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) respectively, Megatren LRT Line 2 along Pasig, Marikina, Quezon, San Juan and Manila, cutting through traffic and stopping pre- designated stations along the way. The Metro Train plies the rail route from Tutuban in Manila to as far southward as Cavite Province; while the Metro Ferry cross the Pasig River from Escolta, Manila to Guadalupe, Makati. Taxis about along major streets and within commercial and business centers. Tricycles (motorcycles with side cars) and pedicabs (bicycles with side cars) service narrow roads and inner city alleys. In sections of Manila like Binondo in Chinatown and Intramuros, Kalesas or horse-drawn carriages plod through traffic, carrying passengers and goods. If the preference is for ease and comfort car rental companies offer competitive rates based on mileage or day rates.

nice pics

More Penang

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v198/gustdz/Skyline52.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v198/gustdz/Skyline56.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v198/gustdz/Skyline55.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v198/gustdz/Skyline45.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v198/gustdz/Skyline44.jpg

nice pics TYW!

dense cities turn into a huge display of scattered lights at night! :cool:

nice pics TYW!

dense cities turn into a huge display of scattered lights at night! :cool:

thanks!! your pics are great as well;)

Where is Penang Located? Is it integrated with Kuala Lumpur?

Pulau Pinang or Penang is state about 400km north-west of Kuala Lumpur. The capital is Georgetown but it has integrated with other towns on the island part of the state..so basically the whole island is a city ;)
http://flagspot.net/misc/my(w.gif

If that is an Island maybe malaysia is making an another singapore within the country.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v247/bkp999/SilomA026.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v247/bkp999/Aboveabc029.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v247/bkp999/Kosin004.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v247/bkp999/Kosin002.jpg

I don't see no density from ncmandy's pics unfortunately...but indeed I see a lot from other Asian cities, I'm more inclined to quality skylines though rather than excess quantity

Pulau Pinang or Penang is state about 400km north-west of Kuala Lumpur. The capital is Georgetown but it has integrated with other towns on the island part of the state..so basically the whole island is a city ;)

thanks for the intro, Baq:D

err.... actually not the whole island is a city, just about half of it (which is the north, east and southern part). the west is less developed due to the mountains which separates the more accesible and developed east with the west.

the mainland part of Penang (facing the island) is also developed. since the land is Penang island is scarce and expensive, many development is now channeled to the mainland;)

Some more shots from Singapore

http://img240.exs.cx/img240/6503/marinaskyline25cj.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v133/RafflesCity/nnskyline.jpg
http://img177.exs.cx/img177/6220/skyline26013la.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v133/RafflesCity/swissview2.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v133/RafflesCity/swissview3.jpg

nice pics

Nice pix indeed!!
But I don't really strongly feel that those cities are that terribly dense. It seems they have enough spaces, IMO.

Jakarta - not terribly dense, but this is probably as dense as you get over there...

http://img193.exs.cx/img193/6230/dsc015856qq.jpg

nice pic Alvin!

> Alvin

That building with a curved top looks very interesting. What's the name?

Vanquish- that building is Jakarta's current tallest skyscraper at 250m - the BNI 46.

Rafflescity - thanx :)

Hong Kong's Tin Shui Wai new town

http://www.cedd.gov.hk/eng/about/achievements/regional/images/tinshuiwai_3a.jpg

http://files.photojerk.com/hkskyline/RIMG7340.JPG

http://files.photojerk.com/hkskyline/RIMG7344.JPG

i love how in singapore, the buildings are so densly together, but they have so much green space left over too :D

I agree, Singapore harbour looks awesome..a model for other tropical Asian cities

Great pics. :)

Metro Manila
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/imagesaver1206/view%20from%20antipolo/mar06/4ecdcaa9.jpg

WOW....great pics and great density:D

Not highrise but densely packed!

Jaipur, India - one of the India's top tourist destinations

Old section of this sprawling city - photo by Martin

http://img101.imageshack.us/img101/1329/jaipurpanorama1s4tg.jpg

Kathmandu, Nepal
photo Martin

http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/6870/kathmandupanormamartin5dp.jpg

Dwarka subcity, New Delhi
midrise density in the making

http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/4678/newdelhijimobrien2s2nv.jpg

JAKARTA BY NIGHT

http://img68.exs.cx/img68/959/DSC01919.jpg

http://img68.exs.cx/img68/6380/DSC01916.jpg

http://www.megakuningan.com/images/underConstruction/02_02.jpg

^^ nice shot and nice density

Penang Island
http://img240.imageshack.us/img240/3126/dsc025393ue.jpg


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v191/Lovejesse/DSC_3279.jpg

MUMBAI

http://img177.imageshack.us/img177/3349/panoram01lof7.jpg

http://img165.imageshack.us/img165/990/988583648395777996dbpu7.jpg

http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/6742/image1hv5.jpg

http://img452.imageshack.us/img452/6477/panoram02lek1.jpg

*sigh*
shanghai is not in the list?

photos by staff
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/222/521801126_4d99d58137.jpg?v=0
high res http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=521801126&size=o

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/180/380770523_a76e83e751.jpg?v=0
high res http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=380770523&size=o

photo & discription by nataliebehring.com

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/93/249760887_4a6a9b7472.jpg?v=0

Shanghai as seen from the Observation Deck on the 88th floor of the Jin Mao Tower in Pudong District. Shanghai boasts what may be the world's largest collection postmodernist skyscrapers: with a vast skyline of more than 4,500 towers, built almost entirely during the economic boom of the past 15 years. But there are signs that Shanghai's love affair with the skyscraper is waning. The people of China's richest city are finally rebelling against years of development. In what could be the cutting edge of an Asian urban trend, civic leaders are demanding more green space, historical preservation, human-scale buildings and fewer dense city blocks of sun-blocking monstrosities. State media have reported that China's largest city is to curb the number of new skyscrapers being built because it is gradually sinking under the weight of thousands of tall buildings.

Dhaka --- Bangladesh

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v128/Tarik/Tarik2/dhakapano9.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v128/Tarik/Tarik2/dhakapano18.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v128/Tarik/Tarik2/gulshanpanorama6.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v128/Tarik/Tarik2/dhakaviews47.jpg

Dhaka seems pretty dense...

But I would have to say that Mumbai or Tokyo takes the cake for sheer density, although neither have a particularly beautiful skyline, when it comes to density madness its obvious here

^^i disagree with you, i think shanghai has one of the highest density, although i know that many people will mistaken by the main CBD but if you look on the other side..you will find shanghai very dense.

by the photo, i think shanghai is denser than mumbai
http://flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=1395142847&size=o
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1354/1395142847_c8c6824033.jpg?v=0
by staff

*i might be wrong :/ *

At the present day, Shanghai is dense, Pudong isn't. That's how to describe it.

well, what you see isn't always what is the truth..the only part of pudong that appears on photographs is Lujiazui, the CBD (not very dense) and it does not mean the whole pudong isn't dense.

thats why i think people are confused here.

[IMG]http://img88.imageshack.us/img88/9946/2370731192940097yp8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
-Puxi

http://www.skyscrapers.cn/forum/attachments/20070924_00e14696573ada51826cZQ6Ibp059X8d.jpg
pudong vs puxi

pudong still have some good density with apartments, although not like puxi. People fomr shanghai do realise they need more space between buildings

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/158/423822493_01e6e56ee9.jpg?v=0
-inner pudong

^^i disagree with you, i think shanghai has one of the highest density, although i know that many people will mistaken by the main CBD but if you look on the other side..you will find shanghai very dense.

by the photo, i think shanghai is denser than mumbai
http://flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=1395142847&size=o
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1354/1395142847_c8c6824033.jpg?v=0
by staff

*i might be wrong :/ *

I cant say that. Shanghai surely has more tall buildings, but for density, Mumbai is a lot denser.

According to wiki, Shanghai's population density is around 2500 per square km while Mumbai's is around 21,000 per square km.

However if this is density of skyscrapers then yes, Shanghai is more dense. But if you include midrises, I can't say that any city is denser than Mumbai.

^aha well when it comes to population density, shanghai's urban area ( mostly the parts you can see in the picture), has population density of 33,900. Because shanghai also includes such a huge rural areas, it draggs the density down alot. according to http://www.cpirc.org.cn

btw how tall would you call midrise?

KL

http://static.flickr.com/102/259540634_5d17c645c5_b.jpg

^aha well when it comes to population density, shanghai's urban area ( mostly the parts you can see in the picture), has population density of 33,900. Because shanghai also includes such a huge rural areas, it draggs the density down alot. according to http://www.cpirc.org.cn

btw how tall would you call midrise?

Midrise? Not very tall. Also, I was talking about overall density

Of course its the density of Skyscrapers that matters, not the population density! :crazy:

^hahaha true true ...

the density of skyscrapers matter ^,^