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Holidays In Hong Kong- An Introduction

By: David Price Home | Travel-and-Leisure


Because of its rich history and wide mix of cultures, Hong Kong has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia. It is one of the most colourful and exciting cities in Asia. If you are planning to visit Hong Kong, you are most likely to find your trip very enjoyable and enlightening. The city Hong Kong is an excellent place for sightseeing, shopping or simply moving around. The following page aims to give you information about how to get best out of your Hong Kong holidays.

Why Holidays in Hong Kong?

If you visit Hong Kong, you will get an opportunity to experience the fusion of eastern and western cultures. In Hong kong there are also towering skyscrapers overlooking the bays. There are also excellent places for sightseeing, shopping or simply moving around in this island. There are many outdoor funs in Hong Kong. You can visit the Sai Kung waterfront and the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade. You can also experience the symphony of Lights which is a world class multi-media light and sound show and a permanent night time feature of the Victoria Harbor. There are also the Avenue of Stars, the Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pier, and the newly designed visitor signage, which draw millions of tourists each year.

Things to do in Hong Kong

Star Ferry

If you want to discover the hidden beauty of Hong Kong, you can take a wonderful journey around the islands in Hong Kong in the famous passenger ferry service the Star Ferry. It is cheap but a magical journey. In the Star Ferry you will also be able to mix with the Hong Kongers. Thus, take a journey by the Star Ferry as an introduction to Hong Kong.

Victoria Peak

You can also visit the Victorian Peak, which offers the best panoramic views of Hong Kong as a whole. There from the top of the mountain, you will get some breathtaking sights and feel relaxed. Moreover, there are two major shopping centres ,a funicular railway, and the Zoological botanical gardens on the summit. These are enough to make your stay memorable in Hong Kong.

The Tian Tan Buddha

In Hong Kong you will get the opportunity to know about the Estern religions specially Buddhism. Here you can visit the Tian Tan Buddha, which is a huge bronze statue of the Buddha. The statue , which is the world's tallest bronze; outdoor and seated Buddha, is situated on Lantau island. It is a popular site for pilgrimages as well as people on holidays.

Best time to visit Hong Kong

If you want to get most out of your Hong Kong holidays, you should visit Hong Kong during the Spring. During the winter the weather of Hong Kong becomes a little chilly and in summer hot and humid. But it is neither too hot nor too cold during the Spring. You can also visit Hong Kong in the Autumn i.e. between September and November. It is also a good season to visit Hong Kong.

Thus, if you are planning your hoiliday across Asia, Hong Kong should be your stopover. You can also plan a holiday in Hong Kong. Visiting Hong Kong will be an experience that is definitely worth having.



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