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HONG KONG - Part 1

HONG KONG - Part 1

Date: 2017-02-24

Hong Kong is an autonomous territory, and former British colony, in southeastern China. Its vibrant, densely populated urban centre is a major port and global financial hub with a skyscraper-studded skyline. Hong Kong features architectural landmarks, major shopping destinations and is famed for its bespoke tailors and Temple Street Night Market.

PLACES TO VISIT

1.DISNEYLAND

At the park Magical kingdoms and storybook fairy tales come to life before your eyes.

2.SKY100 OBSERVATION DECK

From this high-up vantage point, you can look out over the entirety of Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula, as well as the iconic Victoria Harbour.

3.MAN MO TEMPLE

One of Hong Kong’s oldest temples and a declared monument, atmospheric Man Mo Temple is dedicated to the gods of literature.

4.SYMPHONY OF LIGTHT SHOW

It is one of the largest permanent dazzling sound-and-light shows in the world, and absorb Hong Kong's magnificent coastal scenery around Victoria Harbour.

5.TRICK EYE MUSEUM

Step into a wonderful world of optical illusions.Pose beneath a waterfall or sit on a floating lotus flower in the Secret Garden or go bungee jumping or climb across the skyline in Hong Kong Discovery, and experience the colourful, creative universe of Neverland.

6.OCEAN PARK

Explore the marine-life theme park offering animal exhibits, thrill rides over the bay, and live shows. Admire the diversity of aquatic life, soar through the air, and feel the excitement during a thrilling waterscreen show.

7.MACAU

Enjoy a panoramic ferry cruise along the South China Sea, visit historic cathedrals and an ancient Macanese temple, explore remnants of a Portuguese fortress, and try your luck at the world-famous Macau Casino.

8.LANTAU ISLAND & TAIN TAN BUDDHA

Visit the peaceful Po Lin monasteries and old fishing communities. See the world's largest seated outdoor bronze Buddha statue and enjoy a panoramic cable car ride.

9.ABERDEEN PROMENADE

The Aberdeen Promenade runs from west to east on Aberdeen Praya Road across the water from Ap Lei Chau. The best way to explore the harbour is by sampan.

OTHER PLACES TO SEE

  1. Victoria Peak
  2. Hong Kong Heritage Museum
  3. Hong Kong Wetland Park
  4. Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple
  5. Peak Tram
  6. Lai Chi Wo
  7. Chi Lin Nunnery
  8. Madam Tussauds
  9. Hong Kong Island
  10. Chuk Lam Sim
  11. Historic Center of Marao
  12. Cheung Chau Island
  13. Noah’s Ark Ship
  14. Central & Sheung Wan
  15. Temple Street Night Market
  16. Hong Kong Global Geopark
  17. St John’s Cathedral
  18. Hong Kong Maritime
  19. MuseumHong Kong Park
  20. Kwoloon Park
  21. Mai Po Nature Reserve
  22. Tsz Shan Monastery
  23. Joss House Bay Tin Hau Temple
  24. Sai Kung Town
Hong Kong transportation is fast and efficient, be it by air, sea, or land. The subway system is one of the best in the world, while ferries, double deckered busses and trams is available transport.


The best time to visit Hong Kong is from October to early December, when the weather is sunny, cool, and pleasant. There are mild, relatively dry winters, and hot, humid, and wet summers.