Hong Kong Travel Guide

Hong Kong, a bustling international metropolis, is one of two special administrative regions of China consisted of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon Peninsula, the New Territories and the Outlying Islands. From 1842 to 1997, Hong Kong was a British colony due to its good deep natural harbor. Hong Kong SAR was established in 1997 by China to administrate the area. Today, it is a major tourism destination and one of the world's leading financial, banking and trading centers.

Located at the east of Pearl River Delta and borders with Shenzhen, Hong Kong covers an area of 1,092 km2 (421.6 sq mi) and has a population of 7.11 million, making it is one of the most densely populated areas in the world. Most people in Hong Kong are Chinese and they speak Cantonese and English. Mandarin is becoming more and more popular in recent years. Buddhism and Christianity are the most common religions in Hong Kong.
 

Attractions

Hong Kong, one of the world's most dynamic cities, is a hot tourist destination offering people unique experiences. Following is the top-rated tourist attractions according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board.

Avenue of Stars offers a stunning view of the harbor tower with the names of Hong Kong's movie stars lie beneath your feet. Victoria Peak provides a grand view of the skyscrapers, the glittering harbour and the green hills of the distant New Territories. The Ladies Street is a bustling shopping area with multicolored goods hanging fully on the both sides of the street. Clock Tower is a reminder of Hong Kong's colonial heritage. Temple Street Night Market is a good place for souvenirs, snacks, opera singers and fortune tellers.

          Victoria Peak                          Hong Kong Disneyland                  Hong Kong Ocean Park

Hong Kong Disneyland welcomes people with magic, adventure and the world's favourite cast of characters. Tsim Sha Tsui is a concentration of stores, shopping malls, restaurants and office buildings and you can best enjoy the most spectacular city skylines in the promenade. Hong Kong Ocean Park is a major attraction in Hong Kong offering magical animals and spectacular views. Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre is reputed as the Best Convention and Exhibition Centre in Asia Pacific, having numerous functions including exhibitions, conventions/meetings, banquets and other special events. The Big Buddha and Polin Monastery is a beautiful monastery and an impressive giant, bronze Buddha set in the natural beauty of Lantau Island.

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Wan Chai, Causeway Bay, Repulse Bay, Lan Kwai Fong, Victoria Harbor, Hong Kong Central, Star Ferry, Aberdeen, Kowloon, Sha Tin, Sha Tin Racecourse, Happy Valley Horse Racing, Dragon-I, Sai Kung Peninsula, Stanley, Stanley Market and Armani.
 

Transportation

Hong Kong, with one of the world's best airports, is an ideal stopover for those who wish to travel deeper into the Orient. The city also boasts one of the world’s most efficient and convenient public transport system with subway trains, light rail, bus, minibus, ferry, tram and taxis. The streets, bus and subway signs are clearly marked in English. Octopus Card accepted by most public transport as well as many fast food chains and stores is an essential item when travelling in Hong Kong. More about Hong Kong Transportation>>
 

Weather

Hong Kong has a monsoon-influenced humid sub-tropical climate and it is temperate for nearly half the year. The average annual temperature is 23°C (73°F) and the city is a year round destination for travel although October to Christmas is the best period. Most of the rain falls between May and September. The wettest month is August while the driest is January. Late May to mid September is the typhoon season in Hong Kong. Do not venture out too far when the typhoon is level 3 and stay indoors when it’s higher. More about Hong Kong Weather>>
 

Food

Hong Kong is reputed as culinary capital of Asia and food in Hong Kong is mainly Cantonese Cuisine, also influenced by western world and Southeast Asia due to its history. .Dim Sum and fresh seafood are must-try dishes if you want to truly enjoy cuisine in Hong Kong.  No trip to Hong Kong would be complete without trying dim sum. Famous ones include steamed rice-flour roll, pan-fried taro cake, shrimp dumpling, barbecued pork pastry, steamed pork dumpling, fried spring roll, wonton, egg custard tart and pineapple bun, etc. The central Causeway Bay area is a great place to taste authentic Hong Kong food. The city is rich in sea products and seafood is very popular. Soup, dessert and western food are also very famous. More about Hong Kong Food>> 
 

Restaurant

Hong Kong offers many dining choices since it is called “culinary capital of Asia”. Restaurants in Hong Kong mainly serve Cantonese cuisine but there are a lot Asian and western food restaurants as well. The city is a good place for travelers who have had enough of Chinese food. More about Hong Kong Restaurants>>
 

Shopping

Hong Kong is a shopping paradise gives you a unique experience as it is a free port and you can find everything with cheaper price from the latest designer fashions, electronic products to best-value antiques and collectibles. The shopping areas mainly concentrated at Hong Kong Island and Kowloon City. Tsim Sha Tsui, Yau Ma Tei, Jordan and Mong Kok in Kowloon and Central, North Point, Admiralty and Causeway Bay in Hong Kong Island are famous shopping areas. More about Hong Kong Shopping>>
 

Nightlife

Hong Kong provides a vibrant nightlife and rich entertainment with film, nightclubs, pop concerts, opera and bars. Hong Kong stages several annual cultural events, including the Hong Kong Arts Festival in February/March and the Hong Kong International Film Festival in March/April. You can also stroll along the Tsim Sha Tsui harbor waterfront or around Victoria Peak to watch the nightly "Symphony of Lights" outdoor laser and light show. Live entertainment at many pubs and bars show you the dynamic charm of the Oriental Pearl. Most of Hong Kong's bars and clubs are concentrated in just a handful of nightlife districts. More about Hong Kong Nightlife>>

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