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Hong Kong, well- known as Oriental Pearl, is one of
the most amazing cities where one gets flummoxed by
the contradictions of a Chinese city and the reflection
of a multi Asian and Western elements.
Overview:
Hong Kong is the eighth largest trading economy in the
world and well known for its fast paced life. Hong Kong
is made up of four divisions - Hong Kong Island, Kowloon
Peninsula, the New Territories and the Outlying Islands.
It is a Special Administrative region of the People's
Republic of China occupying an area of 1104 square kilometers
in the southeast corner of China. It has a mixed population
of about 6,970,00 people. The city gives a cosmopolitan
look.
Sightseeing:
there can be no other city in the eastern part of the
world as exciting as Hong Kong. Set among beautiful
landscape the city has many sights reminiscent of the
rich historical past. The city has a bagful of sites
in store like the stunning Ocean Park, the Victoria
Park or the most absorbing Repulse Bay.
Things
to Do: It is said that Hong Kong never sleeps.
Activities here starts from Yum Cha in the morning to
fabulous moonlit view from the Victoria
Peak. Wind up with a stunning cruise in the harbor.
Use your time in between to shop till you drop at the
innumerous malls and markets in the Tsim Tsa Tsui.
Dining:
Hong Kong is a gourmet's paradise. Pamper your taste
buds with some tickling and mouth watering dishes at
the famous Dai Pai Dong area housing a large number
of eating joints, restaurants and cafés. The
culinary lists include an extensive range of modern
and traditional Cantonese Cuisine. There are innumerous
restaurants preparing western and other international
cuisines scattered all over the city.
Accommodation:
Hong Kong provides accommodation ranging from cheap
backpackers hostels to the ritziest luxury hotels. Guest
houses, cheap hotels and hostels are cheap accommodation
ideally suited for those who spend a few hours or just
want to pass away a couple of nights in the city. For
those on a vacation or a business tour can check out
The Park Lane Hotel, Regal Oriental Hotel, Peninsula
Hotel, Shangri-La Kowloon Hotel and
Useful
Information: Before launching yourself for a
tour to Hong Kong check out a few essential things and
keep yourself informed with certain things to avoid
any problem. The travelers information center is a handy
tool to check out the laws of the land, health and safety
measures required for obtaining a visa, the transport
links and way to reach Hong Kong and the different destinations
in the city.
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