Hong Kong is a bustling, densely-populated modern metropolis with an incredible skyline dotted with tall skyscrapers. The city is full of seemingly contradictory sights, with Taoist temples stood alongside skyscrapers. Chinese heritage fuses with European colonial history to create cityscapes that physically embody the city's rich and diverse heritage. With soaring skyscrapers and marvels of modern engineering, Hong Kong looks like a portfolio of modern architectural success.
The city is a living testament to the achievements of the Asian community to address the lack of available land, by looking to the sky for inspiration. The city has more than 7,600 skyscrapers, high-rise buildings and other notable buildings, such as the Central Plaza building (299m) and the International Commerce Centre Building (468m), making it a popular tourist destination as well as a commerce hub. Some iconic architectural sights you can look forward to seeing include the Bank of China building, designed by the acclaimed architect I.M. Pei, The Center, an entirely-steel structure with a nightly neon light display and Central Plaza, the city's largest timepiece.
Hong Kong is a tourist magnet, pulling in the crowds with activities that suit every traveller. It can be a daunting prospect knowing where to go, so we've drawn up a selection of our top picks.
Standing side by side with modern life, the city is also dotted with historical sites including Eastern Han Dynasty tombs, opulent 13th century ancestral halls, refined Victorian architecture and relics of World War II. In addition to historical buildings, the streets are lined with living embodiments of Chinese heritage, including Chinese medicine shops, Chinese opera theatres and tea houses.
As you explore the city you can enjoy a feng shui treatment, stop at the Wishing Trees to make a wish (if you visit at Chinese New Year) and witness Tai Chi being practised in the parks. With its famously urban skyline, its easy to forget that Hong Kong is also a place of great natural beauty with numerous city parks including Hong Kong Park and several beautiful beaches along the coastline including Repluse Bay and Hung Shing Yeh Beach. Events in this metropolis include the world-famous Chinese New Year festivals and WinterFest, an incredible display of Christmas ambience with 3D light shows, a huge Statue Square Christmas Tree and delicious food.
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Whether you arrive in the heat of summer, or the rather blustery typhoon season, Hong Kong promises to keep you entertained. Make sure you look at the seasonal programme in advance to avoid missing out.
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