Guide to Hong Kong

Hong Kong - SAR

Hong Kong provides an overwhelming experience with its myriads of fascinating attractions. It is a delightful place that attracts tourists from all over the world. Hong Kong is also renowned for its lip smacking food and is often referred as the culinary capital of Asia. It has great shopping destinations to keep shoppers spoilt for choices. From comfort and luxury to style and subtlety, Hong Kong has it all.

Hong Kong used to be a fishing village before the British colonial rule and after the First Opium War. The Treaty of Nanking and the 99-year lease on New Territories are important events in Hong Kong’s history. The city's harbour contributed to its development of trade and economy and hence the name Hong Kong which means "fragrant harbour." The city was merged with China as a Special Administrative Region but still enjoys a great degree of autonomy. The people of Hong Kong speak Chinese or Cantonese as well as English.

Climate of Hong Kong

Hong Kong offers a sub-tropical climate. November and December are the ideal months to visit Hong Kong as the temperature remains moderate with pleasant breezes and abundant sunshine. Occasional cold fronts and dry northerly winds are common during the cloudy months of January and February.

Hong Kong attractions

Hong Kong presents a diverse range of attractions with its stunning countryside and other historical sightseeing. Whether you visit the Ocean Park, Repulse Bay, Disneyland Resort, and Wong Tai Sin Temple or take a bird's eye view of the city from the Victoria Peak, Hong Kong will never make your trip boring. Certain areas of Hong Kong deserve special mention for their hoards of attractions. These include the New Territories and Outlying Islands, Kowloon Peninsula and certainly the Hongkong Island.

Hong Kong Activities

Hong Kong is a lively city with a whole array of activities on offer for all and sundry. From horseracing to hiking, trekking, golfing and water sport activities, Hong Kong facilitates it all. You can cycle or bike your way along the trails or train for the marathon in any of the fitness clubs. Also there are centres where you can practice riding, ice skating, bowling, tennis and squash and build up on your health. You can be a silent visitor to sports like rugby, cricket and soccer. Hong Kong also gives you the scope to experience the unique pleasure of natural wildlife from a close proximity through its numerous Natural Parks and Wildlife sanctuaries.

Hong Kong Food

The most mentionable feature of Hong Kong is perhaps its food. You will definitely be spoilt for choice while you decide on the menu. Cuisines on offer include Cantonese, Hunan and Sichuan dishes as also French, Mexican, Italian, Portuguese, American and German recipes. Snacks, desserts and tea are the most popular. Equally fascinating are the wide range of soups and Seafood delicacies. The city's Tourism Board organizes an annual Best of the Best Culinary Awards in which cooks from varied regions take part.

Hong Kong Shopping

From department stores and malls to street shops offering everything from watches and clothes to leather wares and jewelleries, Hong Kong proves to be a shopping paradise for customers of every kind. The fact that there is no sales tax on commodities is an added advantage.

Hong Kong Festivals

Hong Kong celebrates numerous festivals throughout the year. Starting from the Chinese New Year to the Ching Ming Festival, Lord Buddha's Birthday, Tin Hau's Birthday, the Bun Festival, the Dragon Boat festival, Yue Lan Festival, Liberation Day, "Moon Cake" festival, Chung Yeung Festival and the Spring Lantern festival, Hong Kong keeps its citizens and visitors engaged in pomp and pleasure.

Hong Kong is a traveller’s paradise that has both a modern flavour and traditional appeal. Thus, if you looking forward to a memorable trip Hong Kong is certainly the place to be.