by admin on July 21, 2009
Many large cities have skyscrapers that offer a view from the top. Hong Kong, as it so often does, takes a slightly different route and gives visitors Victoria Peak. At 552m the Peak is higher than any existing skyscraper. From that height, visitors can look down on the lush, green mountainside and around at some [...]
by admin on July 20, 2009
Sited atop Lantau Island on the Ngong Ping plateau, lies one of the most frequently visited sights in Hong Kong – the Po Lin Monastery. There’s enough to see and do in and around the monastery to take a vacation day or more, so plan ahead. The trip there is an adventure in itself. Take [...]
by admin on July 13, 2009
Hong Kong is a bustling, ultra-modern city with an ancient past. This contrast is captured and displayed to perfection in the Hong Kong Museum of History. With dozens of interactive videos and computers, alongside hand-sculpted or carefully selected artifacts, Hong Kong’s long history is shown. An introductory exhibit shows the history of the harbor and [...]
by admin on July 12, 2009
Opened in September 2005, the Hong Kong Disneyland is the fifth theme park offered by the entertainment company. Located on reclaimed land in Penny’s Bay on Lantau Island, the park is already enjoying huge crowds. Similar to other Disney parks, there are four themed areas – Main Street, USA, Adventureland, Fantasyland and Tomorrowland. The park [...]