Hong Kong
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Hong Kong has been inhabited since the Paleolithic era. However, the name “Hong Kong” wasn’t documented until 1842. The First Opium War resulted in Hong Kong coming under British rule at that time. After a century and a half of British control, Hong Kong was returned to China in 1998. Although there was much concern about this turnover in the decades preceding the event, Hong Kong has maintained most of its independence and captialistic institutions. It remains a financial and commercial center for Asia and a liaison between the People’s Republic an the western world.
The city itself is surrounded by beautiful countryside including islands, mountains, rivers, and beaches. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region includes Hong Kong Island, the Kowloon Peninsula, Lantau Island, and the New Territories. as well as over 250 other islands. The city is a wonderful blend of easten traditions with modern business and technology. Its many skyscrapers give it one of the more stunning skylines in the world.
Like any modern city, it is filled with retail stores, great restaurants, 5 star hotels Hong Kong, as well as bars, discos, and nightclubs. The food in Hong Kong is wonderful and shoppers can easily fill hours hunting for that perfect bargain in the many shops and markets throughout the city. There are even western-style shopping malls offering designer labels and climate-controlled environments. There’s no sales tax here and prices are generally lower than more developed nations.
Attractions in Hong Kong range from the traditional street bazaar tot he Avenue of the Stars which is Hong Kong’s answer to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Victoria Peak offers terrific views of the region and the Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas is only a short distance outside the city. There are countless temples and museums offering glimpses into the spiritual life, architecture, and heritage of this unique part of the world. And for those seeking family entertainment, there are a number of amusement parks, including the recently opened Hong Kong Disneyland.
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