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Hong Kong

Hong Kong, a Special Administrative Region of PRC, has grown into the world's fourth largest banking and financial center and eighth largest trading economy from a simple fishing village. It is located in the southeast corner of China, occupying an area of 1,104 square kilometers. Boasting more than 6,970,000 people living here, most of them are Chinese but speak Cantonese and English because of the historical facts. Hong Kong is a modern world metropolis with the most developed elements and has been the first choice for the tourists who have a China travel. The cultural relics and natural resources make it be the top tourist destination.

Hong Kong is the meeting place of various cultures that blend harmoniously with Chinese traditions exotic influences. On the one hand, it receives the British culture and values; on the other hand, it preserves traditional customs and the core faith of Confucianism that may have faded in Mainland China. Besides, the Hong Kong films are the best in World Film Industry.

Location and Topography of Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a territory in East Asia, located south of Guangdong and facing the South China Sea to the east, west and south.

As the extending part of Lingnan hills, Hong Kong is featured with hills, islands and bays. Lantou Island is the largest island in Hong Kong, the second being Hong Kong Island, on the north of which is the renowned port Victoria. Kowloon peninsula is across Mawan Strait to the north. Some short rivers can be found there. There is also a fresh water lake on the north and a reservoir on the east.

Climate of Hong Kong

Generally, the good weather makes Hong Kong an ideal destination all year round. The peak tourist season is autumn, from September to around Christmas time. The average annual temperature is around 23℃, with an average temperature in January and February around 15℃, while in July and August around 28℃.

Transportation in Hong Kong

Railways in Hong Kong

Beijing-Kowloon and Guangzhou-Kowloon railways connect Hong Kong with Mainland China.

Airways in Hong Kong

Hong Kong international Airport is the busiest and most advanced airport in the world, harboring flights of every major airline companies in the world.

Waterways in Hong Kong

Ever since 1980s, Hong Kong has become the second largest and busiest container terminal in the world, with around 20 ocean routes to over 100 countries and regions. Victoria is the third largest natural port in the world.

Travel & Sightseeing in Hong Kong

It would be hard to find a more exciting city than Hong Kong with beautiful natural surroundings and various cultures that blend harmoniously with Chinese traditions and exotic influences. The better known highlights like the stunning Ocean Park, the fantastic viewpoint of Victoria Peak or the splendid Repulse Bay are certain to exceed your expectation. Causeway Bay, Wanchai, Tsim Sha Tsui, Yau Ma Tei a Mong Kok are the most popular areas with busy day and night, and the tourist can enjoy the lively nightlife. Besides, Hong Kong is also the backdrop for modern movies and pop music. There must be something to enchant you and quite probably make you fall in love with the unique place, perhaps, its sightseeing, shopping, dining or simply exploring its many delights by day and night.

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Map of Hong Kong

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Hong Kong Island-Kowloon

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