Foto: The skyline of Hong Kong (bron: Nac Datta)
Hong Kong - Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, located in Southeast Asia. Its official name is “Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China.” The area consists of 236 islands with a total surface area of 1,099 km² and borders the South China Sea. Approximately seven million people live there. The name Hong Kong is derived from the pronunciation in the local Standard Cantonese dialect: Heung Kôong, meaning “fragrant harbor.” Originally, this was just the name of a settlement in what is now Aberdeen. The origin is unclear, but historians suggest the name comes from the incense trade that once took place there. Hong Kong consists of the island of the same name (east of the Pearl River) with an area of 78 km², the Kowloon Peninsula (about 47 km²), and the New Territories (974 km²). The New Territories comprise the area north of Kowloon bordering mainland China and include 235 islands, most of which are uninhabited. Lantau Island is the largest (146 km²), followed by Hong Kong Island. Today, Hong Kong is a relatively young metropolis by Asian standards and a large, modern city. It ranks in the top 10 global cities. Since 2005, Donald Tsang has served as Hong Kong’s Chief Executive, succeeding Tung Chee Hwa.
The 10000 Buddha Temple
Hong Kong - The Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery is a unique and fascinating Buddhist attraction located in Sha Tin, in the New Territories of Hong Kong. Despite its name, it is not an official functioning monastery, as no monks live there. It’s a temple complex ...
The Peak of Mount Austin
Hong Kong - The Peak of Mount Austin is the most popular attraction in Hong Kong, offering stunning views, major shopping venues, and dining establishments. It’s a collection of unique attractions that offer insight into life in Hong Kong. The Peak Tram takes you ...
The Po Lin Monastery and the Tian Tan Buddha
Hong Kong - On Lantau Island, set in a lush mountainous landscape, lie two of the most impressive spiritual landmarks of Hong Kong: the Po Lin Monastery and the famous Tian Tan Buddha, also known as the Big Buddha. The Po Lin Monastery was founded in 1906 by three ...
The Wong Tai Sin Temple
Hong Kong - The colourful Taoist sanctuary of the Wong Tai Sin Temple is one of the most well-known religious sites in Hong Kong. The temple is dedicated to Wong Tai Sin, a healing Taoist deity who, according to tradition, can grant wishes and cure illnesses. For ...