Travel Guide To Hong Kong

Hong Kong, the former British colony and an autonomous territory are in Southeastern China. It is one of the two Special Administrative Regions of China, the other one being Macau, and home to multiple personalities consequent to the influences of British colonization and Cantonese Chinese. Hong Kong was a British Colony for 150 years until 1997 before it transferred sovereignty to China. Resultantly, most of the infrastructural designs of Hong Kong are of British standards. It has proclaimed itself to be Asia’s World City and is a unique destination in the sense that it has absorbed people of extremely diverse cultural influences as diverse as Vietnam and Vancouver. It is a globally important hub of East Asia, with important connections to many of the cities of the world.

For travelers looking for what to do in Hong Kong, one thing is given, it will undoubtedly surprise you in every way possible. Be it the breathtakingly gorgeous view from the Victoria Peak or the Symphony of Stars Light Show from the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, you can never be prepared enough for its stunningly irresistible beauty. Nowhere in the world would you find shimmering skyscrapers look so beautiful against the grassy terrains. Besides, the stunning views of the city from Victoria peak and Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, the Star Ferry ride should be a must-visit on every traveler’s list of things to do in Hong Kong. The city can never disappoint a traveler especially if they are visiting the Lantau Island. It is a tourists’ playground with historical sites, sunny beaches, amusement parks and more. Take a stroll along the Cheung Sha Beach, the longest beach of Hong Kong or a hike to the scenic Sunset peak of the island and let the serenity soak in. Visit Hong Kong for its vibrancy, skyscraper-studded skyline, the former British colony which is now an important tourist destination, and most importantly the shopping hubs.