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10th April 2008: Red Rock Canyon in Las Vegas

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Whenever I visited Las Vegas, I always made sure to stop by Red Rock Canyon. The first time I went there, I was truly surprised to find such a canyon so close to the city. I still vividly remember how extremely hot it was. Located approximately 30 minutes by car from Las Vegas, the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is renowned for its breathtaking scenery shaped by striking red sandstone formations. Attracting over two million visitors annually, it has become one of the most popular natural destinations in the region. A 21-kilometer one-way scenic drive offers travelers the chance to admire dramatic landscapes from the comfort of their vehicle—including the vibrant contrast of red and white rocks at Calico Hills and sweeping views from the High Point Overlook. The area features a wide range of hiking trails, accommodating everyone from beginners to experienced trekkers, with spring and autumn offering the most pleasant conditions. At Sandstone Quarry, once an active mining sit...

10th April 2008: My Sweet Little Visitors

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When I was living in California, there was squirrels that used to visit our home frequently. After I gave it some peanuts, they started coming by every day. Sometimes she would stand boldly on the lawn, other times he would peek from the fence, and occasionally, she would rest on a tree branch while waiting for her peanuts. their behavior was absolutely adorable. I hope I can meet them again someday.​ Nikon D40x / AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm F4.0-5.6G ED / 1/4000s / F5.6 / ISO 400 / 0.0 Nikon D40x / AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm F4.0-5.6G ED / 1/250s / F4.8 / ISO 200 / 0.0 Nikon D40x / AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm F4.0-5.6G ED / 1/1000s / F5.6 / ISO 200 / 0.0 Nikon D40x / AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm F4.0-5.6G ED / 1/125s / F5.6 / ISO 400 / 0.0