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Hongkong
Hongkong is situated in south China. HongKong is a small, dense city with a land mass of only 1,100 square kilometers, and a inhabitants of about 6.9 million. HongKong is a city of famous reputation it is regarded as an international city of businesses, trading, shipping, shopping, film making, and tourism. Tourism has been one of Hongkong key industries for decades. In 2004, 21.8 million tourists visited Hongkong generating over HK $91.8 billion in revenues, and in 2005, 23.3 million tourists visited HongKong. HongKong has 18 districts that are full of enthusiasm and attractions such as Ocean Park, Repulse Bay, Kowloon Park, Sha Tin, Giant Buddha, Hongkong Disneyland, Victoria Peak and much more.
The primary westerner to visit Hongkong was Jorge Alvares, a Portuguese mariner, and he began trading with the Chinese. Tea, silk and other Asian lavishness goods were introduced to Europe by the Portuguese. During the 15th and 16th century is when western pressure came about in HongKong due to the augmented trade of Chinese products such as tea and silk. The island section of HongKong is the site of the original British resolution and is also home to the major attention of skyscrapers. HongKong Island is the place most westerners picture when they think of Hongkong.
Here, you will find the main shopping and trade district, as well as the busiest nightlife. The northern section of the island is more heavily occupied and more given over to business, while the southern portion is the place to go for beach and holiday activities. Most of the tourist attractions are located on the MRT line; venturing too far from the MRT will put you in more housing areas. However, signs and directions are posted in English and Mandarin, so you can typically find your way about.
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