A couple of weeks ago I was on a coach from Heathrow to London when a young man got on and sat beside me. He anxiously fiddled with his tickets and I asked if he was okay. He was a bit worried about his connection and finding his way. I reassured him that negotiating Victoria coach station was easy and promised to point him in the right direction.
We chatted all the way and I learnt that he was heading for Canterbury University to do his masters, his first trip out of Malaysia. He asked me about shopping, where to find affordable groceries and if he would be able to find Malaysian food.
Looking out of the window he was excited to see the Victorian terrrace houses and thought they were beautiful. Of course I shared that I had been to Malaysia and loved it there, especially the architecture in Kuala Lumpur. Ailsa’s challenge this week reminded me of my charming encounter with that young man. By now he will be settled in his new world, I’d love to know how he is getting on and hope he has found his nearest aldi to help make his pennies go further.
So, to ‘Height’, here are some of the heights of his homeland and one of my favourite cities, Kuala Lumpur.
Join in with the challenge at http://wheresmybackpack.com/2013/10/04/travel-theme-height/
Lucid Gypsy 
lovely story Gilly, the height of kindness 🙂
I was the lucky one, I just love to talk to people 🙂
I love the back~story which inspired you to post these amazing pictures! Gilly! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Thanks Jacqui, he was a lovley young man 🙂
Great heights and a nice story too.
ahh thanks Tish!
Lovely story Gilly
Thanks honey!
Nice story!
Thanks Isobel 🙂
I’m glad I don’t have to take an elevator in these buildings–so tall. Lovely architecture and gorgeous photography. 😉
The elevator in the tower was in sections if I remember correctly and well worth it for the amazing view, unforgettable!
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It’s an awesome city and I hope the man is having a wonderful time. I’m slightly jealous. And I’m sure he’ll remember your kindness.
He was just a baby bless him, I bet he’s finding his way around ok though 🙂
Great and ‘dizzying’ heights, Gilly.
I love to be up high, and never had a fear of heights – just spiders!
The buildings are incredible. The heights are far higher than I ever would imagined. A perfect entry for the challenge, Gilly.
You showcased Kuala Lumpur beautifully. It looks like a wonderful place to visit.
KL is awesome Issy I would love to go back. I’m sure you would be bowled over too!
Isn’t it lovely to chat to strangers, and if one can be of assistance, all the better? Love your pics of great heights of Kuala Lumpur. That black and gold skyscraper is amazing.
Yes, talking to people is what I love most about travel. Have you been to KL? if not add it to your list 🙂
What a vertical city! Good luck to your young acquaintance as he settles in on the opposite side of the world (from his point of view).
What an adventure for him, I’m sure he’ll be fine 🙂
what a great story…those buildings make me dizzy
The architecture there is breathtaking!
And so high.