A Visit to Harvard University - Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

Considered as the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States of America, I never missed to include Harvard University in my 'must visit' list during my US Trip last 2012 (Fall season). A university established last 1636 and named after its first benefactor John Harvard (you can check a photo of his statue below), the place itself is no doubt one of the best of its kind. From ancient-inspired buildings to modern facilities, the institution marked a legacy to be one of the world's most famous and top university.

Here are my shots taken during this visit.

Harvard University Shuttle

Harvard University - Graduate School of Design

Statue of John Harvard, first benefactor of Harvard University

Me at Harvard University

Late afternoon in Harvard University

Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library, Harvard University

Harvard Book Store (established 1932)

Harvard University at Night

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NBA Live Experience: Chicago Bulls vs New York Knicks - Madison Square Garden, New York City, USA

When visiting USA, never miss to watch at least one game of this pre-eminent men's basketball association in North America (according to wikipedia), the National Basketball Association a.k.a NBA. Yes, this was actually part of my plans during my US trip. 

The Event: It's 'Chicago Bulls versus New York Knicks' game. It was a game or venue-dependent situation on my case since I had limited days left prior getting back to the Philippines. (Boston game was also an option for me but the schedule was a bit risky at my end that time)

 

The Venue: Fortunately, it's held at the world's most famous arena, the Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, New York City, USA. Oh well, I was amazed with the interior which was so perfect for taking photos or shots using a wide angle lens (I used a tokina 11-16mm f2.8 lens that time).

 

  

The Rate: Oh well, a bit pricey since I bought it (online, 1-day delivery) 3 days prior the event which budget-wise shouldn't be (I see tickets are cheaper when bought weeks or even month earlier, that's common nowadays).

The Highlights: Half-time breaks were great: the proposal, the kissing and the "OMG-im-on-screen" faces :)

Over-all Experience: Majority of my blog readers would really ask "How's the experience watching NBA Game Live in the arena?", I always give an honest answer: "One of the best in my US trip...". Everything was worth the price: the game, the excitement, the venue, the people (amazing energy of Knicks fans even though they lost the game, fortunate enough to have a fun-to-be-with seatmates) and all. You take the game differently when compared to a televised viewing.

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