Phuket

Phuket is a located in the southeast of Thailand. I took this pictures while I have been travel to Phuket.

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Karon view point

Karon view point in Phuket. Karon is one of beautiful Phuket beaches.

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Bali Deluxe Villa : Villa Kaira

Villa Kaira
Location and Distance: Berawa beach (direct access to the beach), 30 minute drive to the Airport, 10 minute drive to restaurants and shopping, and few minute to Canggu Club.

Villa Kaira is a stunningly beautiful beach front estate completed in 2009. The villa is set in the exclusive Pantai Berawa Estate located in Canggu Bali and enjoys dramatic sunsets over the Indian Ocean each and every day. Built to the highest specification of modern and Balinese design the villa consists of five master suites with a full size billiard room, home theatre, gymnasium and grand piano.

Villa Kaira was designed as a family home with outstanding entertainment spaces by one of London’s most successful boutique property companies. Attention to detail has been paramount to ensure that all aspects of the villa complement each other. Although only completed in 2009 the villa has already been utilised for photo shoots from companies as large as Linen House () and is currently being reviewed by many famous publications.

The villa comprises all modern facilities including Wireless Broadband, Satellite TV, Audio systems, Nintendo WII and full office facilities. A committed team of staff will cater to all your personal needs and desires from cooking up a local dish to driving you to the un-spoilt parts of the island A professional villa manager ensures everything about your stay runs smoothly.

The villa is set within the exclusive gated development of Pantai Berawa with ample parking and Villa Kaira is entered via a 100-year-old traditional Gobiak (traditional Javanese gate). Entrance to the property is over an extended wooden walkway crossing a sprawling coy filled lake with guest villas on either side before entering the main house with its breathtaking views of the Indian ocean.

Each of the five bedrooms are fully air conditioned with en-suite bathrooms with direct views over the ocean or the lake. All the floors are of traditional Merbau wood with beautiful marble bathrooms.

Master Suite Set upstairs in the main house with its own private terrace overlooking the ocean at the front and Bali’s volcanoes at the back the master suite is styled on the world famous “Chedi Muscat Hotel” in Muscat, . The master bed is modern contemporary with the finest Egyptian cottons hand made and imported. With a huge dressing area and Jacuzzi in the bathroom the master suite is the heart of luxury.


English Suite Set downstairs in the main house is the traditional English bedroom with a hand carved English bed in traditional Edwardian style. Covered in the finest English fabrics the room opens up onto the dining terrace with views directly over the ocean. The dressing room opens into an outdoor bathroom with traditional English bathtub and outdoor shower.


Balinese Suite Floating in the coy lake the Balinese suite is a self-contained guesthouse with a traditional four-poster bed with traditional Balinese drapes and colours. The room is completely surrounded by water with the goddess Sita watching over. The dressing room opens out into a beautiful marble bathroom with access to a private garden with rainwater shower.

Chinese Suite Opposite the Balinese suite sits the Chinese suite floating in the Coy lake with a hand carved Chinese bed with traditional deep reds. The room features a beautiful exposed wooden ceiling with a Chinese black bathroom opening out onto a dramatic carved dragon and outdoor rainwater shower.

Temple Suite Upstairs in the main house is the modern temple suite with it private terrace overlooking the spectacular local Balinese temple, volcanoes and cows grazing in the fields. The room features a modern stylish double bed that can be split into two single beds if required. The on-suite bathroom has a beautiful bath tub with views directly over the lake.

The main house contains a beautiful hand carver suar wood table that comfortably seats ten guests. The table is overlooked by a dramatic Buddha stone carving and enjoys views out over the gardens and ocean.

The main house also contains a more informal dining area on the outdoor terrace that seats ten people comfortably overlooking the ocean. This is often used for breakfast to catch the refreshing morning ocean breezes.

The main house contains a huge beautiful modern kitchen with imported appliances as well as a well-stocked wine fridge, Nespresso coffee maker and ice dispenser.

Almost the whole of the downstairs of the main house is open plan with huge sofas and chairs to relax in and watch the timeless waves crash into the beach. There is a baby grand piano eagerly waiting to be played.

Set off from the main living area is a full size snooker/ billiard room with high backed leather chairs.

At the top of the grand sweeping staircase is another huge living area with sofas and comfy leather chairs as well as a Nintendo WII if you have run out of things to occupy your days. Set off from the upstairs living area is a fully functional office with a one-piece walnut desk and printer/copier/ scanner if you need to work. (The house is fully WIFI enabled)

Set outside on the upstairs terrace is a beautiful Gazebo where you can sip a glass of wine as you watch the sun drop into the Indian Ocean.

Pool and garden

The property features an 18m x 5m infinity edge pool dropping off to views of the ocean. A small pathway by the side of the pool takes you directly down to the beach where boogie boards are stored. The front garden is full of palm trees and frangipani trees while the rear garden contains frangipani trees in the Coy lake.By the pool is another beautiful Gazebo which can be used for massages or relaxing during the day.

Gym The property features a fully functional gym with free weights, Yoga area and Lifecycle equipment.

Home Entertainment Room The main house features a huge TV room with a sofa that can comfortably seat eight persons as well as beanbags. It has a state of the art 50inch LCD TV with satellite and all the latest DVD titles.

Billiard/ Snooker Room Set off from the main living area is a full size snooker/ billiard table (12’x6’). The room has high backed leather chairs and is the ideal place to smoke a cigar and take a Cognac in the evening.

Villa Kaira is a stunningly beautiful beachfront estate completed in 2009. The villa is set in the exclusive Pantai Berawa Estate located in Canggu Bali and enjoys dramatic sunsets over the Indian Ocean each and every day.

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Villa Artis - Deluxe Villa in Umalas,Kerobokan, Bali

Villa Artis

Location: Umalas, Kerobokan.
12 minute drive north of Central Seminyak, 10 minute drive to the beach, quiet, private.
Rice field views (sunset)
Property size: 58 Are (5,800 M2).
Villa Reservation : info@bliketut.com

Features
5.5 Bedrooms- (all with air-conditioning)/ 4 bathrooms: Upstairs spacious master bedroom with large Queen bed/single bed and balcony with expansive rice field view, Upstairs and downstairs bedroom with extra Chinese day bed (extra bed), guest house en-suite bathroom, Aceh House en-suite bathroom, living area, indoor and outdoor dining areas, patio and verandah with sitting areas facing view, large swimming pool and pool lounge area facing Traditional Rice Barn and sunset views, large open sitting pavilion, fully equipped kitchen, wooden floors, TV, satellite, stereo, DVD, CD, Wi-FI internet, full staff with professional cooking and night security- live-in staff area, large parking area with garage exquisitely furnished with fine antiques and very tasteful décor.

Detail Description
The villa Artis is strategically located in the Village of Umalas, offering a panoramic view on the terrace rice fields, yet still close to Seminyak facilities. With a vast 4300 m2 on the land size, every building and bedroom is overlooking the garden and the view. The fifteen meters long swimming pool and the garden are arranged with three different resting area, offering a sample of the various architecture uniqueness of the Archipelago. The villa combines modern facilities; very high electricity power (more than 25 KW) and generator supply, strong water pressure in each bathroom, satellite TV, telephone, ADSL Wi-FI internet in each building and by the pool, with classical finest antique Indonesian style. Each bedroom has at least one double size spring bed.

The compound consists of four separate buildings: one staff area (140 m2), located at the entrance in an original Javanese Joglo housing a huge kitchen, laundry and maintenance area. The extra large kitchen can be used for catering or dinner party. The main house (around 400 m2), with its spacious living area and a dining terrace overlooking the rice fields, this house easily accommodates its user with extra space, comfort and magnificent view. The bar and extra kitchen are valuable additions to this already fully equipped house. The floor is made of wood and the walls covered with tinted cement and terrazzo. The three bedrooms are air conditioned and decorated in its own style. The master bedroom located upstairs is around 60 m2. The two bathrooms have an open-air garden, with a Jacuzzi in one of them.

The guest bungalow (around 80 m2), completely independent from the main house, with its large bedroom, lounge and open-air bathroom, it offers a perfect hide away for a couple or one family. The extra bed downstairs can accommodate a child, as well as being used as a sofa. The bathroom has its own garden and terrazzo bathtub. The antique Aceh house (100 m2), with a huge suite, a lounge and an unsuited child room upstairs, this building overlooks the rice fields and the pool, all with an amazing view. The bathroom downstairs is dedicated to the user, along with an amazing resting place on a wooden deck, with swings, lazy chairs and sofas. Once again this building is a completely separated space, independent from the rest of the house and can comfortably accommodate the whole family.

The vast garden (4300 m2) nests different resting areas, including a beautiful Balinese Bale Gede, a Javanese Bale by the swimming pool, a trampoline in the shades for children, and swings. It is also complemented with huge trees, beautifully groomed flowers, and a large lotus pound. The staff of 9 persons (full time) is very efficient and provides a full service, seven days a week until 10 pm. The free of extra charge services include shopping, meal preparation and service, and laundry for our guests. Most of the women speaks English and understands French, and has a wide knowledge of every shopping place. The cooking is outstanding, including French, Thai, Japanese and Italian specialties. Dry clean is available with an extra charge. Larger dinner parties can be arranged based on request.

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VILLA MARIADI : Deluxe Villa - Canggu , Bali

VILLA MARIADI

Location : Cemagi - Canggu. reservation : info@bliketut.com

Beachfront retreat, located in the Canggu area just thirty minutes drive from the busy shops and nightlife of Seminyak and about forty-five minutes' drive from Bali's International Airport. Most of the island's tourist attractions are within easy access and the villa is close to the Nirwana Golf Course, designed by Greg Norman, and the famous Tanah Lot sea temple, one of the island's most dramatic and venerated temples.
Property size: 4,050 Sqm (40 are)

Features
5 air-conditioned Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms with King sized beds and 2 bedrooms with twin sized. All bedroom are with air-conditioning and overhead ceiling, 5 ensuite bathrooms. Private swimming pools of 20 meter x 5 meter, private car parking. Open plan living and dining area, main dining table seats 12 people, fully equipped kitchen.

Facilities
: Full staff includes 1 full time villa manager and one chef. DVD player, stereo, safety boxes, satellite television, pool table, shared tennis court, safety boxes, personal car and driver included.

Detail Description
Villa Maridadi is a spacious, five bedrooms, beachfront retreat, located in the Canggu area just thirty minutes drive from the busy shops and nightlife of Seminyak and about forty-five minutes' drive from Bali's International Airport. Most of the island's tourist attractions are within easy access and the villa is close to the Nirwana Golf Course, designed by Greg Norman, and the famous Tanah Lot sea temple, one of the island's most dramatic and venerated temples.

The approach to the villa is along a quiet winding road through the traditional village of Mengening. The narrow streets of this pretty Balinese village are surrounded by rice fields and punctuated by holy Banyan trees. A small intersection is the venue of a fruit and vegetable market and colourful temple ceremonies are a common sight.

The entrance to Villa Maridadi is equally time-honoured; fringed parasols flank an antique doorway and moss encrusted statues of Balinese gamelan musicians line the driveway. Built within the rice fields and boasting forty metres of beach frontage, the property is also blessed with panoramic views of the sweeping coastline and the distant volcanoes. The rugged Cemagi Beach is renowned for its world-class surf breaks, and the legendary sunsets here are among the best in Bali. The villa also overlooks the Hindu temple of Pura Bata Ngandang, perched on a rocky outcrop and lashed by the waves of the Indian Ocean.

Maridadi is set on 4050 square metres of land, and rests within a private walled garden complete with a 20 x 5 metre lap pool. The fresh green coastal lawns are dotted with fragrant frangipani trees and young palms; lobster claw heliconias hug the walls and in one corner, overlooking the beach, a raised balé pavilion is a peaceful haven for chilling out with a book or a sunset cocktail. The smooth flat gardens are perfect for weddings or functions, and also provide a great play area for children. The swimming pool with sunloungers and a timber deck reaches a depth of 2.5 metres and has a toddler's pool at the shallow end.

The property is comprised of a number of separate thatched pavilions arranged symmetrically between the main two-storey building and the open living and dining pavilion. Constructed of local materials, the style is restful with a fresh cool décor; and the modern fittings and fixtures are harmonised with antique furniture from India and Indonesia. Twin lotus ponds, linked by a central pathway and wooden walkways, complete the symmetry.

Designed to maximise the ocean views, the magnificent 12 x 8 metre living and dining pavilion is cooled by natural sea breezes and large pendulous ceiling fans. Tall coconut wood pillars support the traditional 'alang alang' grass roof, and the pavilion is furnished with carved sideboards, a day bed, local artefacts and a beautiful three metre long antique dining table that seats twelve people. Ideal for entertaining and relaxing, this ample lounge has a quality music system with surround speakers in the ceiling. A covered walkway leads to the fully equipped service kitchen, which is located within a self-contained pavilion beside another lotus pond dominated by a white marble Buddha.

There are two further living rooms for the comfort of the guests. An air-conditioned indoor study, with a cozy cushioned window seat and large floor cushions, is located next door to the master bedroom and is provided with a cable TV and VCD/DVD player. A second casual living area is located upstairs in the main building. Sliding glass windows take full advantage of the awesome views, and this sizeable games room is furnished with colorful cushions, an antique Javanese daybed, a pool table, a multi-gym, and a large flat screen cable Television with VCD and Play Station system.

The five bedrooms are all air-conditioned with the additional benefit of overhead ceiling fans and built in wardrobes. Each bedroom is at ground floor level and enjoys ocean views and the luxury of an en-suite garden bathroom. The master bedroom features teak-wood floors and sliding glass doors, which open on to an outdoor verandah furnished with daybeds and rattan chairs. Guests will be lulled to sleep by the constant murmur of the waves in an antique four-poster bed complete with diaphanous drapes. Each romantic garden bathroom is walled for privacy and is characterized an open-air shower, whimsical stone carvings and an impressive array of tropical plants and shrubs.

The bathrooms adjoining the master bedroom and the two main guestrooms each have a large bathtub that is protected from the elements by a thatched roof. Following the symmetrical theme, the two guest pavilions are mirror images of each other, each one a self-contained pavilion with teak floors, sliding glass doors, a canopied bed, an open verandah, and a cream terrazzo bathroom suite within a pretty garden bathroom planted with peace lilies. The remaining two bedrooms, and their adjoining bathrooms, are located on the ground floor of the main building; each room is furnished with antique twin trundle beds, making them ideal for children.

Another large lawn to the north of the main building makes a great play area and is suitable for badminton or volley ball. A door in the wall leads to the villa's shared tennis court, and the staff quarters are situated near the main entrance. The beach is just a few meters away from the property, bordered by a track and a low cliff, and easily accessible. The currents are strong, however, and swimming is not recommended.

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Bali Bird Park

After go through about half hour from Kuta, Bali, there are bird park that called “BALI BIRD PARK”. Encompassing two hectares of botanical landscape, Bali Bird Park provides sanctuary to almost 1000 birds of 250 different species.

When visitor enter and go out from Bird Park, watchman in this park will spray visitor with anti-bacteria beforehand. In Bali Bird Park, visitor can see a variety of beautiful bird directly. Not only beautiful but also tame and visitor can touch the bird, even the bird can sat on your body by the watchman. So, every visitor has a chance to take a picture.

The birds are indigenous to Indonesia, Africa, and South America and other country. The birds wander freely living and breeding uninhibited throughout the park like Pelicans, Parrot, Macaw, and many more. But, not all kind of bird is tame, because little bird is very frisky that able to flying from one tree to other tree easily. So, kind of little bird fixed to closed cage. The cage is so high about thirty meters, and then the birds can fly free and ease. Every visitor also can to enter the cage, visitor can going across the gateway that closed by chain. After that visitors can see a variety of bird and enjoy this vacation.

The Bird Park is artificial forest with many of tall tree. Many of bird sit on high places, to facilitate all of visitor to see the birds, visitor can up the steps to nearer place. And there is wooden foot bridge about seven meters from ground. On the wooden foot bridge visitors can see the natural behavior of birds nearer. The wooden foot bridge across to exit gateway.

Bali Bird Park plays a key role in protecting and conserving Indonesia’s endangered wildlife. The Park has successfully bred many species, including the rare Pesquet’s Parrot and numerous Bali Starlings. We accommodate more than 40 species of protected Indonesian birds in the park, a growing number of which are now breeding successfully under the care of our staff.

Good structuring of Bali Bird Park is so important, so that make visitor feel comfortable. The birds is not be disturbed by the visitor, not only that but also facility availability make this place is nice to visit.

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Tano Ponggol Canal, 1 of 3 Canals in The World

In 17 November 1869, the first canal in the world opened officially. That was “Canal of Suez” or called “Qana Al-Suways” in Arabian and “Terusan Suez” in Indonesian. Situated in West of Sinai Peninsula, Mesir. This canal was ship canal about 168 kilometers, and connects Said Harbor in Mediterranean Sea and Suez in Red Sea. Canal of Suez cut short fairway from Europe to Asia.

“Canal of Panama” or “Terusan Panama” in Indonesian was a long canal where situated in Panama. This canal cleaves the Isthmus of Panama about 82 kilometers and cutting between North America and South America. Canal of Panama connects Pacific Ocean and Atlantic Ocean. The idea emanated by Spanish King, Charles V in 1524.

And one of three canals in the world situated in Indonesia also. “Canal of Tano Ponggol”, in North Sumatra. “Tano Ponggol” means shallow canal, the deepness about two meters. This canal cleaves Samosir Island and Sumatra Island. Built by the Government of Netherland Colonial in 1906.

Differ from Canal of Suez and Canal of Panama, Canal of Ponggol impassable by big ships. Because of that Canal of Tano Ponggol width about two meters only. A little bridge connects both of the islands.

In previous time, Samosir Island was uniting with Sumatra Island. But, nowadays Samosir Island and Sumatra Island is two different islands. Now, this famous place becomes a tour destination area. Samosir Island is the part of Lake Toba, conversely Lake Toba is the part of Samosir Island. When you enter Samosir Island you will find an amazing experience.

So, by knowing about Canal of Tano Ponggol, you also can enjoy your journey here. Or the other word, when you search about the history of Canal of Tano Ponggol, you are making a tour at the same time. There are so many thing that you can found here.

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Umah di Beji villa, Deluxe Villa in Canggu

Location:
Canggu District - North of Central Seminyak- 10 minute drive, 5 minute drive to Canggu Beach /

Property size: 3,523 square meters- 35 are
Living Area: 542m2, rice field location, river and bamboo forest bordering property.
BOOKING : INFO@BLIKETUT.COM

Features
5 Bedrooms - 3 queen beds, 1 twin bed and 1 king sized bed - all with air-conditioning and en suite bathrooms and verandahs, large open main house pavilion with tasteful living room and adjacent spacious dining area (seats 12 people) with fans, spacious fully equipped modern kitchen, staff area and work area. Master suite overlooking river - office area adjoining. Fourth and fifth bedrooms in separate structures, 15 M X 5 M infinity edged swimming pool, wooden sundeck, landscaped grounds with statuary and gargoyle fountains
Facilities

Full staff include 1 full time villa manager, one full-time professional chef. All bedrooms equipped with VCD players and stereos, master bedroom equipped with DVD, satellite television, safety boxes, land line telephone, wireless internet connection, mosquito nets, thatched roofing, shared tennis court and shared gym facilities.
Detail Description

Whether the name Umah di Beji ("Bath of the Gods") refers to this five bedroom villa's signature swimming pool, dramatic floating bathtub or the river that runs the entire length of the grounds is rather lost in the midst of time. What is certain is that this magnificent property represents one of Bali's finest vacation properties that was featured in a Financial Times article regarding luxury villas in Bali.

Accessed via its own 150 metres driveway and bridge, Umah di Beji enjoys a most secluded location amongst the padi (rice) fields. The villa itself is set in a picturesque location, with gardens forming a natural amphitheatre. Various buildings, all with traditional Balinese alang-alang (thatch) roofs, frame the gardens and house the five king-sized suites. The mature garden and numerous water features range down towards the dramatic, lava rock swimming pool. Umah di Beji is a magnificent, tranquil property of exceptional visual appeal.

In fact, the size and design of the grounds provides for many secluded seating areas making this villa the perfect location for large groups of friends or family to congregate together or enjoy private holiday time.

A large pavilion houses the main living space; an elongated open-air living and dining room with the enclosed kitchen at one end. With room to easily accommodate a twelve-seat dining table, centered below a gorgeous teak chandelier, and an eclectic mix of sofas and easy chairs, you begin to get a sense of impressive scale. Complimentary antique pieces from Lombok and tasteful modern wall hangings combine to create an ideal location for entertaining large or small groups of guests. The state-of-the-art kitchen is usefully located directly off this area so staff can easily serve and clear.

An informal dining bale (Balinese gazebo) complete with a dining/games table and daybed is positioned atop the river bank, and makes the ideal spot for afternoon drinks and quiet repose. The sound of slow flowing water from the river below and the dancing of bamboos in the breeze provide a natural serenade. A massage bale, just in front, completes the ensemble.
The master suite is enclosed in a private structure at the edge of the property, with a wooden deck atop the riverbank and a comfortable daybed from which to treasure this natural retreat. The interior of the suite is the epitome of modern Chinese luxury, housed beneath a high, dramatic ceiling displaying the intricate craft of alang-alang. The room is dominated by an enormous bed that is headed by a full-length floral wall hanging framed by dark teak beams and a beautiful example of Chinese ceramic work. Overlooking the river is a corner lounge area with soft furnishings and a study room, featuring an impressive vase collection set in built-in wall boxes and a striking golden Buddha lamp.

In keeping with the overall style of the villa, water plays a key role in the opulent design of the en suite bathroom. The focal point is a teak bale housing a sunken Kerobokan stone bathtub flanked by male and female Pembantu (helper) statues. A rectangular lotus pond with stepping stone access surrounds the bale. At night, with candles, you almost feel like you are floating amongst the lilies as you soak away a hard days relaxing! There is also a shower room, a completely enclosed lawn area for private sunbathing and a separate decked bale, ideal for Ti Chi or meditation.
The second and third bedrooms share an outdoor lounge with natural furnishings and immaculate gardens. Both rooms also boast private terraces, including a breakfasting terrace in the third bedroom. The white washed rooms host examples of Indonesian batik designs and stamps. The second bedroom has a mosquito-canopied king-sized bed mounted on a teak platform and lavished with layers of white cushions. The third bedroom is of similar design with twin beds. Sandwiched between the Oriental glass doors of the bedrooms and en suite bathrooms, are dressing rooms with sunken square basins.

The fourth bedroom has a sumptuous four-poster bed and the interior design combines a mixture of woods and natural fiber furnishings. The structure housing bedroom five has ornate Balinese carved doors, a private seating deck overlooking the river valley and the rice terraces beyond. Furnishings include a teak four-poster and an antique mounted Javanese topeng (mask) set on the writing desk.

All bedrooms benefit from en suites which are among the best examples of all fresco bathrooms. Each boasts a sunken stone bathtub and gargoyle showers within a private garden where you can indulge the senses in a warm shower under a star-filled evening sky.

All bedrooms are equipped with VCD players and sound systems can be found throughout the living and dining areas. The master bedroom boasts a DVD player.

The deep 15m x 5m infinity edged pool rises against the falling slope for dramatic effect. Lava rock stone tastefully blends into the garden surround and is fronted by a smaller pool complete with gargoyle fountains that resemble the royal hot springs found elsewhere in Bali. A wooden sundeck reaches back from the poolside towards the boundary river below. Patterned pathways, throughout the landscaped grounds, lead to many delightfully secluded spots and examples of both Buddhist and Balinese Hindu statues.

Located within easy reach of Bali's Southern beach resort of Seminyak and the luxurious restaurants, clubs and boutiques in Oberoi, Umah di Beji is an excellent base for holiday rest or Bali exploration. Specifically, the villa is 1km from the beach, and approximately 40 minutes from the airport. The prestigious Meridien golf course by Tanah Lot temple is around 15 minutes away. Bali's cultural centre, Ubud, can be reached within 45 minutes.

Umah di Beji commands the very essence of luxury; superior interior and exterior presentation; an eye for quality art and creative flair, making this premier villa a first class choice for a vacation in Bali.

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