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HONG KONG - WHERE EAST
MEETS WEST
Hong Kong's dynamism is unforgettable. From the vantage point of Victoria Peak, overlooking the world's busiest deepwater port, you can see a city geared not only to making money but feeling good about it. |
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At night, it's like looking down into a volcano.
Despite its British colonial past, Hong Kong has always stuck to its
roots and despite the apparent oriental-occidental Fusion; the culture
beneath the glitz is pure Chinese. If you need some respite, check
out the Outlying Islands for a change of tempo and scene. Every visitor
to Hong Kong Island makes the trip to Victoria Peak, which has one
of the most spectacular views in the world. Another major tourist
attraction is Aberdeen, on the southern side of Hong Kong Island,
where 6000 people live or work on junks anchored in the harbour. Sampan
tours of the Aberdeen Harbour are definitely worth the expense. The
other major draw is the floating restaurants.
When to go: Visit Hong Kong during November and December when there are pleasant breezes, plenty of sunshine and comfortable temperatures. The Hong Kong food festival, billed as Asia's premier culinary event, is usually held in March. |
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