Long (This week's Photo Hunt theme)

On 15 October, 1994, the subject of this week's Photo Hunt entry was officially opened to the public here in Hong Kong. To this day, the half mile long Central Mid-Levels Escalator (or Travelator, as it is popularly known) -- one of whose ends is in the business section of Central, with the other being in the more residential Mid-Levels -- remains the world's longest outdoor covered escalator system.

The first time I caught sight of this long and very distinctive public transport option was in a quirky and enchanting -- and highly recommended -- movie called Chungking Express. Although it wasn't until I came to Hong Kong and rode on the Travelator that I truly understood what it was as well as appreciated its length, I will also admit that pretty much every time I go on this Travelator (which is fairly regularly, since my favorite pub in the territory is located near it!), I get to thinking of that 1994 Wong Kar Wai work which, among other things, has the distinction of containing my favorite actress' final feature film appearance. In other words: It's one of those parts of the Fragrant Harbour that help make me often feel that I'm moving around, working and living in a giant as well as wonderful movie set! :)