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Hong Kong
Fast Facts
- Location: In South China Sea in south east China
- Attraction type: Historic city
- Significance: A historical place with excellent food
- Best Time to Visit: All through the year
- How to Reach: By air from all over the globe; alternatively by bus from Guangdong,
Guangzhou, by ferry from Canton and Macau, by train from Beijing or
Shanghai
- Nearest International Airport: Hong Kong International Airport
Hong Kong is irrepressible, enterprising, and unsurpassed in sheer vibrancy. To some Hong Kong is a skyline of skyscrapers, while to others it is a lingering morning of tea with tit-bits, yet to some others a dazzling display of neon lights in the evenings. Even outdoor adventurers find the opportunities for hiking, climbing and bird watching unparalleled. Hong Kong in China is a city of surprises, exciting opposites, traditional conservancy and contemporary spontaneity.
History of Hong Kong
Hong Kong has evidence of life dating back 6,000 years. Along Hong Kong's shoreline ancient artifacts belonging to 4000 BC have been unearthed. Pieces of pottery with paintings or linear drawings have been excavated from stratified layers of rocks being excavated in this city. Archaeologists are of the view that these pieces belong to Neolithic period. After many years, during Qin dynasty from 221 – 206 BC and Han dynasty thereafter till 220AD, considerable migration from mainland China to Hong Kong had taken place. !5th century onwards increase in trade between China to Europe increased the importance of Hong Kong. The Portuguese were the first group of Europeans to have reached China.
British East India Company purchased landscaped furnishings and porcelain from China and sold opium. Sale of opium increased manifold which resulted in silver outflow from China. To stop this silver outflow opium trade was banned in 1841 which was one of the reasons of First Opium War. Yielding to British pressure, China officially handed over Hong Kong to the British Government under the Treaty of Nanjing in August 1842. Except for a small period from 1941 to 1945 when it was under Japanese occupation, Hong Kong was under British rule till 1997. In 1997 on July 1, Hong Kong was officially handed over to the People's Republic of China.
Hong Kong Activities
From heritage sites to vibrant countryside, Hong Kong is an actual delight for travelers. On a Peak Tram travel to 'the Peak' to get a panoramic view of Hong Kong city with its magnificent harbor and the mountains beyond. You must never miss a trip to Lantau Island renowned for its giant bronze made seated Buddha gazing towards Po Lin Monastery. Enjoy a pious vegetarian lunch offered by the monks of Po Lin Monastery. From there proceed to Tai-O-Fishing village and the Cheung Sha Beach. Houses built on stilts in ancient Tai-O village would amaze you. Walk along the Wisdom Path, an outdoor representation of Heart Sutra, a prayer of Buddhists, Taoists, and Confucians alike. This Heart Sutra is represented in the form of wooden pillars
arranged in an indefinite pattern.
Lantau Island also offers exciting trekking possibilities. Big Hat Mountain, and Ngong Ping plateau allows you a fascinating view of the entire island and the surroundings. The Cheung Sha Beach and Shek Pik Reservoirs are also notable tourist sites in Hong Kong Lantau Island.
Spend the evening viewing the 'Symphony of Lights' in the harbor front, from a boat. Thogh Hong Kong has an urban appeal, you would be surprised to know that more than 70% of Hong Kong comprises countryside, beaches, bamboo forests, and wetland parks.
The Arts Festival held for a month from February to March every year is a kaleidoscope of ballets, concerts, jazz sessions, dance performances, and theaters. Top performers from all over the world participate in this premier arts event in Hong Kong.
Dining and Accommodation
Hong Kong is considered to be the culinary capital of Asia. Recipes range from seafood, to dim sum preparations, Asian fare, and Western delicacies. Roast pork with steamed buns, steamed pork spareribs, and shrimp dumplings are some of the local favorites. Among the dim sum dishes, which are only served in Chinese bamboo baskets, pan-fried squid, beef balls and pork balls are to be tried. You could try out Indian, Japanese, Thai, Korean, and Vietnamese recipes among the Asian varieties available in Hong Kong. Dim sum is a Cantonese traditional culinary form, which perfectly blends with the Chinese tradition of 'yum cha' or 'drinking tea'. Che's Cantonese Restaurant, Chong Fat Chiu Chow Restaurant, and City Hall Maxim's Palace are among the famed Chinese restaurants in Hong Kong. For Asian dishes try out Chilli Fagara, Dia, and Hutong restaurants.
You could select from a wide range of Hong Kong hotels depending on your requirement for putting up. Royal Garden, Kowloon, Renaissance Harbor View, and Grand Hyatt are among the luxury category hotels. If you prefer to stay in a comfort accommodation you might choose from Stanford Hillview, The Fleming, City Garden, and Kimberley hotels.
Related Links :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkYooqsI_Iw: To be smitten by the color and vibrancy of the Hong Kong streets, click on this link! You will no doubt be infected by the sheer life that dominates this city.
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