I never thought I would come to Darwin, because... I just never thought so.

But this semi-work trip saw us spending this week at the Northern Territory, and The Gorgeous Outback has taken my breath away. It took me quite a while to come to terms with how vast the sky here is, and I am completely stunned by the clear waters that stretched to God-knows-which-end in a gradient so beautiful; I feel like a subject in a postcard.

Life at the Outback is as laid-back and peaceful as you can imagine it to be, and everyone is so very amicable and warm. The aroma of coffee fills every other street, and richly-colored trees and flowers are just about the only linear the land needs. The air is fresh, the breeze caresses softly and gently, the sound of the waves calm every senses; I am in love, so completely.

To be most honest, I was slightly apprehensive when I was first told that we were coming to Darwin. I don't know, I just wasn't all too fascinated about feeding crocodiles and getting up close with the wilderness. If only I had not doubted Darwin so much... and I am sure I am not the only one. A lot of my friends asked, "Why Darwin?! There is nothing there! You are gonna be so bored."

Y'know what? Darwin is one place on Earth that is too misunderstood and underrated. I am already reluctant to go back, because despite being the typical city kid I am, I could really get used to this awe-inspiring city. The next few days are going to be so life-changing and I know it already.

Darwin, oh Darwin. You make me feel inadequate because my mere words and affection do not bring justice to your beauty.


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Photography: Brad Lau @ladyironchef