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In Asia’s world city, the unique fusion of East and West, tradition and innovation, vibrancy and serenity in a compact city means a great variety of travel experiences are to be had every visit, every day and even every moment. Come to Hong Kong to experience a destination like no other. Come to explore our different worlds! discoverhongkong.com

Hong Kong; city without a country

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Hong Kong; city without a country

Street Studies in Hong Kong: Localities in a Chinese City

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Street Studies in Hong Kong: Localities in a Chinese City

City Between Worlds: My Hong Kong

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Hong Kong is perched on the fault line between China and the West, a Special Administrative Region of the PRC. Leo Ou-fan Lee offers an insider’s view of Hong Kong, capturing the history and culture that make his densely packed home city so different from its generic neighbors. The search for an indigenous Hong Kong takes Lee to the wet markets and corner bookshops of congested Mong Kok, remote fishing villages and mountainside temples, teahouses and noodle … More >>

City Between Worlds: My Hong Kong

Hong Kong Transit: a Day Stop in Asia’s World City

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Even if millions of people pass through Hong Kong each year on the road from here to there, many of them do not really know what are the best ways to spend a day in this exciting metropolis.

This article will show you how to cover the most popular attractions in Hong Kong on a one-day stay.

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After removal of customs and immigration, proceed with the luggage at the “meeters and Greeters Hall ‘, where you can save your cart or bag until you return… Buy Octopus card on the counter in the airport arrivals hall and jump into the Airport Express train, with which to travel to Hong Kong Station.

Victoria Peak (or simply “The Peak”) is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Hong Kong and probably the best starting point. Breakfast or morning coffee while enjoying spectacular views is certainly a good way to start the day Hong Kong tour.

The Peak Tram is the most popular (and scenic) way to reach the top. Open every day 07:00 – 12 midnight and goes the entire distance in about 7 minutes.

A short walk from Hong Kong Station (Exit C) will take you to the station on Garden Valley Road, where you can buy a ticket and the tram (you can also pay by Octopus card)

Pacific Cafe, near the terminal “superior, is open daily from 07:30 and is the best place to enjoy your” coffee with a view “at that time.

Under “The Peak” go to Hong Kong Station and through “flyover bridge” to the dock from which deviates from the Star Ferry to Tsim Sha Tsui. This historic ferry route is popular with tourists and has long been one of the most important icons of Hong Kong.

Ferry Building, turn right and walk along the edge of the Avenue of the Stars: Hong Kong’s answer to Hollywood Walk of Fame, where the plates plane of Hong Kong film industry which is what you can see . This is also the best place to take pictures of the spectacular skyline of Hong Kong.

From here you can take a trip to the Hong Kong Museum of History, where “the history of Hong Kong” he says. . . From the geological changes that took place hundreds of millions of years ago, through prehistoric times, events of historic importance and far. The museum is rich enough and has many interesting exhibits.

Continue to Nathan Road, Kowloon’s main street, and proceed with Jordan Road to Canton Road, popularly known as Jade Street.

Jade and its products are the specialty of most shops in this section of Canton Road and those of> nearby Jade Market , and no doubt much to see (and buy. .. .) Jade from Via. can turn right on Via Po Ning , where many traditional Chinese shops and businesses can be found.

The Old Tin Hau Temple, few minutes walk from the Jade Market, was built in 1880 and is one of the oldest temples in Kowloon. It is dedicated to Tin Hau (Matsu), goddess of the sea, protector of seafarers, and one of the most popular deities in Hong Kong.

From the temple, you can walk or take the MTR to Mong Kok area, where some of the best markets in Hong Kong in the street you can find:

As its name suggests, the market for ladies who specializes in women’s clothing, accessories, cosmetics and the like, although you can find more than one hearing some sales for men and children’s products, including toys , clothing, bags, jeans and watches just to name a few. . .

Sai Yeung Choi Street South offers consumer electronics stores on the street and climb over the libraries.

Fa Yuen Street is concentrated large number of retailers of sports equipment and clothing, while Fa Yuen Street Market, in the northern part of Fa Yuen Street, is full of shops selling bargain priced trendy and casual clothing for men, women and children.

While in Mong Kok, you must also make a point to visit the Goldfish Market, Flower Market and Yuen Po Street Bird Garden (or simply “Bird Garden”), where there are dozens of shops and hundreds of birds birds birds in cages exquisitely crafted color can be seen. . .

Mong Kok is also filled with many authentic restaurants and restaurants where you can sample some local delicacies at reasonable prices:

Curry King in the 88 streets of soybean is a paradise for curry, which serves a wide selection of delicious curries of different Asian cuisine.

Satay king, the lord of the market, specializing in Southeast Asian satays.

Mongkok Fung Shing Restaurant, 749 Nathan Road, known for its excellent dim-sum and crispy chicken delicious.

Lucky Corner Restaurant, Sai Yeung Choi Street South 146, is a rather humble restaurant that serves some of the best Wonton Noodles in Hong Kong during the years.

Little Sheep (4th floor, 16 Argyle Street) is one of the restaurants in the pot more popular in Hong Kong.

Kei Fu Wah Restaurant King Center, offers exquisite multi-course Chinese meal.

That’s it. . . You can now take the MTR to Central, which connects Hong Kong station (there is a pedestrian crossing) and continue with the Airport Express back to Hong Kong airport.

Hong Kong Transit: an Overnight Stop in Asia’s World City

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After removal of customs and immigration, proceed with the luggage at the “meeters and Greeters Hall ‘, where you can save your cart or bag until you return…

Buy an Octopus card Airport Express counter in the Arrivals Hall: This electronic stored value card is accepted in most public transport and make life easier when you travel around Hong Kong and will not have to change small. . .

Now you can catch the express train from the airport, who travels to Hong Kong Station, or take a bus (travel A11/N11 Causeway Bay, Wanchai and Central – Hong Kong Island, while traveling in A21/N21 Mong Kok and Tsim Sha Tsui – Kowloon)

In Kowloon

The Symphony of Lights “is an orchestrated night light, sound and laser show featured in 37 key buildings on both sides of Victoria Harbour. Winner of the world’s largest permanent light and sound “by Guinness World Records, this show is held every night at 8:00 pm and is best viewed in Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront Promenade (You can also enjoy Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai on Hong Kong Island).

Not far away, in the Jordan, Temple Street Night Market is a good place to take a deal and feel a bit ‘of a real market setting in Hong Kong … Lit positions are selling all I can think … , and there are more than a few food stalls and restaurants around where you can enjoy tasty, simple Chinese.

The market is open daily p.m. 4:00 to 23:00 (although it is only open from 7:00 onwards).

Mong Kok area, north of Tsim Sha Tsui and Jordan, is famous for its street markets and shops open till late. It is also filled with many authentic restaurants and restaurants where you can sample some local delicacies at reasonable prices.

Ladies Market ‘at Tung Choi Street and Sai Yeung Choi Street in parallel are the best in the South Mong Kok shopping streets open end.

The Tsim Sha Tsui area (between the Marina and night market in Jordan) is the most vibrant and bustling district of Kowloon … especially at night when the streets are full of diners and party goers. It is a fact, Tsim Sha Tsui, has a different wine and eat some constituencies:

smaller version Knutsford Terrace, a small terrace street full of bars, pubs and restaurants, Tsim Sha Tsui, Lan Kwai Fong (although the atmosphere is more relaxed …).

Hillwood Road, north of Kimberley Road and Knutsford Terrace, was nicknamed “Hillwood Soho” and has some good Chinese restaurants and Asian, along with some fine coffee. . .

Ashley Road Wanchai seems a bit “of Lockhart Road, with a good mix of restaurants, bars and nightlife (forget about the girls, however …).

class restaurants and a nice bar, can be found at major hotels in Tsim Sha Tsui, and shopping centers. . .

On the island of Hong Kong

Victoria Peak (or simply “The Peak”) is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Hong Kong. The views of the world-class city and the port are simply spectacular. . . especially at night when the skyscrapers are countless millions of bright flashing lights. . .

The Peak Tram is the most popular (and scenic) way to reach the top. Open every day until midnight and goes the entire distance in about seven minutes. You can upload the valley station on Garden Road, just 10-15 minutes walk from Hong Kong (Airport Express) or Central MTR.

Up above, there are a variety of restaurants, cafes and shops.

Causeway Bay shopping district of fashion in Hong Kong. The relatively compact area around the Causeway Bay MTR Station is home to some of the city’s best shops, warehouses, shopping malls and luxury shops. Causeway Bay Hong Kong yuppies city as a barometer “of fashion” – the place to go when you want to know what’s new and “.” . .

In addition to a host of trendy shops and glitzy shopping malls, Causeway Bay has more than a few good restaurants, cafes and nightclubs.

modern commercial area of Hong Kong – Central, was conquered by gleaming skyscrapers that house the Asia-Pacific, international corporations, along with bank management, foreign consulates and fashionable shopping centers.

Thanks to its “international environment and rich buyers, Central concentrates some of the hottest restaurants in Hong Kong, as a fad Four Seasons Hotel, Tuscany, breadsticks and Le Parisien, among others …

Only stonethrow of Central, Lan Kwai Fong (LKF often abbreviated) arena nightlife is probably the most popular and famous in Hong Kong: the small square of streets, formed from the “L” Lan Kwai Fong and the nearby Via D ‘ Aguilar Street, is full of bars, pubs, clubs and some excellent restaurants make it a popular choice for locals, expatriates and tourists.

Always close to Central (and LKF), the SoHo neighborhood is another popular wine and dine. Unlike Lan Kwai Fong, Wan Chai and some areas of the nightlife of Hong Kong the other, SoHo-style restaurant is more comfortable bistro and bar, where you can spend a romantic evening, or an outdoor cafe, while life is step on the road. . .

Lockhart Road Wanchai (Wan Chai), along with some of the roads around it, a form of spheres of the nightlife of Hong Kong most popular nightclubs, which is the feminine side of the bars, chic restaurants and cafes informal … No matter what if you want, you may find in Wanchai.

This is the night life of Hong Kong, in a nutshell … (After all, is only one item, not a book). We hope you find your parked in the city of Asia.

How does a Mainland Chinese go about getting papers to travel to Hong Kong, if they are not from a major city?

admin — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:04:31 +0000

My husband may have to travel to Hong Kong to complete his REQUIREMENTS visa to enter a foreign country, do not live in his home province, in fact it should travel home each time you need an official document in this country? ! Home “city” very little, she said it was too difficult for him to get the entry permit, come on Give me a break, you must be a way. Please help!

Hong Kong Travel ? Incredible City

admin — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 02:17:31 +0000

Hong Kong is among those places that are unique and multifaceted, that it becomes very difficult to describe them. Popular as the ‘city of contrasts’, ‘world class city’, and an ‘amazing city’ all aptly sum up the city. Hong Kong today is a ‘special administrative region’ under the People’s Republic of China. Earlier the Hong Kong territory was under the British for many decades as a result of the 19th century Opium wars. In 1842, Hong Kong, came under the British and remained with them until the 1997 handover to China. With the policy of ‘one country, two systems’, Hong Kong will retain its own social, economical and political systems.

Hong Kong travel is unlike any other travel experience. From a small fishing village in the early 1800s, to a modern cosmopolitan metropolis of 21st century, all through it is an amazing journey. The city has grown into a vibrant city, an important financial and economical center, full with imposing sky rise buildings. The map of Hong Kong can be clearly marked of three main important areas of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the new territories and some 260 small outlying islands. This city of contrasts provides with an excellent opportunity, to experience at the same time an exciting modern city along with fusion of the ancient civilizations and rich traditions. It is a perfect picture out here with the city balancing the old and the new traditions, varied sights and attractions as varied as the people of the region.

Travel Hong Kong has in store a fantastic holiday destination for the travelers. A city that is always in the process of evolving and taking in on the modern advancements, tourists return with memorable times. The best time for Hong Kong travel is the period from October to December, when the days are sunny and cool comfortable nights. Even the months of January, February and March are good times to travel. However, summer months can get too hot and humid and even the cheapest months for the reason that it the low season for tourists because of the weather.

Traveling to Hong Kong would see unfolding of a city that is soaked in traditions yet taking in on the modern developments. In fact, it is an odd combination of everything one could expect to find here and asume of the city. The city’s vibrating commercial activity is the highlight of any holiday here. A vacation to Hong Kong is going to be packed, full of bright lights, exciting shopping opportunities, moving nightlife and an array of tourist attractions. For sure, every age group would find something to intrigue them and enjoy to their fullest. The attraction of ‘Symphony of Lights’ on the Hong Kong Island is a favorite place among the romantic couples, whereas the visitors with a family find the Ocean Park and Disneyland very interesting options. Catch the city’s best picture of the skyline from the Victoria Peak, considered to be amongst the best in the world.

Travel Hong Kong gives many reasons to travelers, who flock here from all over the world. However, it is the exceptional shopping, excellent food, cruising to the outlying islands and spending some relaxing moments in the lap of the nature that are not to be missed when traveling to Hong Kong.