"I love its sheer density, the madness of its streets and the fact that nature is always nearby. The balance between city and nature is something important for me," photographer Romain Jacquet-Lagreze said of Hong Kong in an interview with weather.com. 

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In his collection of images, "The Blue Moment," his love for his home of seven years is apparent. The chaotic cityscapes with buildings of varying heights are shrouded in pastel shadows before darkness falls.

To get this effect, Jacquet-Lagreze waited for clear days with no mist in sight. He said they are all shot in the last few minutes before dark. 

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The photographer explained that the cities are so dense because of Hong Kong's mountainous topography. There are very few flat areas. 

"I think people hardly can see such scenes outside of Hong Kong," Jacquet-Lagreze said. "So I believe they would be surprised when seeing it."

"I hope they can get a full grasp of the uniqueness of this city, that they can feel the madness of it and also the poetry that emerges from it," he embellished. 

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