You might still catch a glimpse of the former Hong Kong, of the way it was before skyscrapers and shopping arcades put the vendors’ stalls and narrow alleys in their shade.
These days, Hong Kong Island is taken over by commercialism and it is one of the world’s financial centres. Although is became recently part of China again, it was allowed and able to maintain its achieved status and practices without too much interference from China.
Hong Kong Island is an island that consists of several layers, both on a geographical and a social level. The highest peak ‘Victoria Peak’ raises above the rest of the island and this is also the place where you will find the most exclusive and expensive mansions of the super rich. Further down the north, you’ll find a flatter area and this is also the area where people with a lower income dwell. In Aberdeen, known for its harbour, you’ll see the floating city. Although the government has reduced the number of boat dwellers, a lot of people still live on boats. Ocean Park, the world's largest aquarium, is close to Aberdeen.
Of course you can go shopping, there are plenty of shopping centres and street markets. These areas turn at night-time into a mine of entertainment, whether you’re looking for cafés, clubs or casinos. The central district contains most governmental and financial buildings and just outside this area, you can visit some nice temples, such as the Man Mo Temple, and museums. When you want to have some fresh air, visit the Aw Boon Haw gardens or go to the beach at Repulse Bay (which is named after a battle and does not say anything about the condition of the beach). Don’t miss out on the panoramic view from the top of Victoria’s Peak. It offers a spectacular view, especially at night, when the entire harbour reflects the bright lights of Kowloon and the Central District
You might still catch a glimpse of the former Hong Kong, of the way it was before skyscrapers and shopping arcades put the vendors’ stalls and narrow alleys in their shade.
These days, Hong Kong Island is taken over by commercialism and it is one of the world’s financial centres. Although is became recently part of China again, it was allowed and able to maintain its achieved status and practices without too much interference from China. 