Afternoon Tea @ Mandarin Oriental | Part 2

Our afternoon tea continues with an exploration of the Authors' Lounge.

We found a library, housing numerous books in various languages, sofas and chairs, a writer's desk and photos showing the famous authors who have stayed at the hotel.

A writer's desk:


"Doesn't this look like the place for a President to sign some official documents??" -- My friend's quote.


The list of famous authors who have stayed at the hotel. Wow! (click for greater detail)


White wicker chairs feel more like a Southern Plantation, than a South-East Asian city...


Finally, we took photos of the main lounge area...

The grand staircase and skylight:


The seating area:


Please visit again tomorrow for Part 3 of our Afternoon Tea adventure. ^_^

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