| Hongkong |
Overview
So much to be Explored !! A feast for the senses. Full of fascinating sights sounds and flavours. A pulsating modern city, juxtaposed with intriguing village traditions. That is Hong Kong- cluster of more than 260 islands. The largest bronze Buddha is housed at Po Lin Monastery in the Lantau Island. Gardens, parks and wildlife abound all in an area the size of a postage stamp. The Tsing Ma Bridge at 2.2 kilometres is the world's longest road and rail suspension bridge and a feat of modern engineering. It provides high-speed transportation into Kowloon and Hong Kong Island.
Attractions Victoria Peak The
best place to grasp the diversity and scale of the city and an ideal place
for those romantic moments !! The 8 minutes ride to the top itself is also
a wonderful experience.Victoria Peak offers a breathtaking view of one of the world's beautiful harbours. Vistas stretch from Kowloon in the North to the South China Sea in the south. It is a one-stop entertainment with dining, shopping and theme attractions.
Kung Peninsula ![]() Ringed by fjords and wide sandy bays, the quaint seaside town of Sai Kung is the gate way to country parks, a folk museum and some of Hong Kong's finest scenery.
Ocean Park A
full day of sightseeing and adventure can be enjoyed at Ocean Park,
where the main attractions include the Middle Kingdom, a "living"
museum highlighting 5,000 years of ancient Chinese culture.Other
attractions in Ocean Park are aquariums, dolphin shows, thrilling
rides, Asia's largest film simulator ride and giant pandas
An An and Jia Jia. There is much to admire in the Aviary.
Kowloon Park
A charming green lung in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon park has several stylish swimming pools as well as romantic tree-linked walkways.
Star Ferry ![]() Celebrating a century in 1998, the star ferry is the most romantic ferry ride in the world. Though it takes only 8 minutes to cross the harbour, it leaves you with picturesque memories of a lifetime.
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Butterfly House It is Kids' World, full of fun games, animated and high-dive shows and rides just for children. There are also a Japanese garden and a flamingo pond.
Tsai Cave ![]() This is believed to have been the storage of a notorious pirate Cheung Po Tsai, who commanded a huge army and several thousand ships during the Quing Dynasty.
Repulse Bay ![]() Named after the British warship HMS Repulse, this crescent shaped strand of sand is one of the most beautiful in the territory.
Causeway Bay & Happy Valley ![]() This area is popular for local shopping and entertainment as well as the Happy Valley Racecourse. Busy by day and night, Causeway Bay's departmental stores are the biggest in town.
Beaches Hong Kong has a surprising collection of sandy getaways that provide the right tonic to a dreary city life. Deep Water Bay Beach one of Hong Kong Island's best and most secluded spots for swimming, sunbathing and relaxing. Trekking to Tai Long Wan Beach in Sai Kung Country Park will take you to Hong Kong's best surf and a stunning stretch of wild beach surrounded by glorious hills. There are also two beaches in Clear Water Bay, which offer great fun and lots facilities.
Romantic Hong Kong The
glamour of Asia's most international city offers lovers the chance to stay
in an attractive hotel, enjoy romantic seafood dinners on the waterfront
and shop for exclusive designer goods for their home together or
dance the night away in each other's arms, explore the chaotic colour of
backstreets and temples, hike up hilltops or stroll on the beach at sunset.
The territory is so compact and easy to get around, inseparable lovers can
enjoy in a couple of days what most would in a lifetime.
Accommodation Eastern service and Western amenities, Hong Kong's hotels are some of the best in Asia. Reflecting the city's diversity. Hong Kong's hotels are also priced to accommodate every pocket and the facilities also cater to any kind of visit. Guesthouses and hostels suit the budget-conscious traveller whilst all of the major international hotel chains are represented. Hotels can be found in the heart of downtown, beside shopping malls, near fascinating temples and streets or within easy walking distance of most blistering nightspots and the finest restaurants.
Dining ![]() You could spend your whole trip sampling different curries or determining who has the best-fried noodles. The best Chef's from all over the world are cooking in Hong Kong. With a mind boggling 8,700 Restaurants that cater to every taste and budget this is truly Asia's Culinary Capital. Many of Asia's finest international restaurants are found in Hong Kong, where you can taste authentic Italian, French and Continental food.
Nightlife
Hong Kong never sleeps. The pace and diversity that fills the day carries the same excitement into the night. Whether it is drinking wine on a junk in the harbour, mingling on the streets with the after-work set, or dancing until dawn. Hong Kong's nightlife offers excitement and variety. But it is fun-filled for the family as well. Local theatre, visual arts, art cinemas - whatever your taste, it's here. And for a touch of the old there are fascinating traditional festivals happening throughout the year.
Shopping ![]() For sheer diversity, volume and entertainment value, Hong Kong offers some of the best shopping in the world. Its location makes Hong Kong a one-stop shopping destination for all types of Asian arts crafts and antiques. The advantages of duty free status is that you'll find not only gifts and souvenirs galore for family and friend's back home, but also lovely furnishings and accessories for your home. And for that special gift for the love of your life, a smart new watch, perhaps, or a custom-designed piece of jewellery!
Climate While Hong Kong's sub-tropical climate does not offer the extremes endured by regions to the north and south, a definite seasonal variation that should be taken into account. Spring: March to mid-May Summer: Late May to mid-September Autumn: Late September to early December Winter: Mid December to February
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