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Pearl of the Orient – Hong Kong

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Hong Kong is located on the southern coast of the Republic of China, and it has three areas. First is the New Territories, the county Peninsula and Hong Kong Island.

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Hong Kong is one of the most densely packed cities on Earth, with nearly seven million people living there. It has more billionaires per capita than any place on Earth.

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Hong Kong is a perfect fusion of east and west, modern and traditional, fast and slow. It is a global financial capital and a cultural powerhouse. It is filled with neighborhoods that resonate with Chinese and colonial tradition.

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While the skylines look boldly towards the future for visitors Hong Kong offers some of the world’s shopping, sightseeing and dining experiences, yet moments of stillness.

There are some big bus tours where you can see all the city by a bus. They are very cheap and it is a amazing way to experience the whole town.

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If you are on a trip with your family you must visit the Ocean Park. It is a theme park that provides fun for all the family, from tropical rainforests to polar expeditions, oceanarium, amusement park and so much more to see.

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You need to visit the Tian tan Buddha, which is a large bronze statue that represent the Buddhism. A very popular tourist attraction.

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You need to take an amazing Star Ferry ride. It is a passenger ferry that has been caring passengers from Hong Kong to Kowloon for many years. It is a vehicle and a tourist attraction.

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Named the ‘World’s Largest Permanent Light and Sound Show’ by Guinness World Records you can’t miss the Light Show. It celebrates the energy, spirit and diversity of the town. It happens every day and it lasts for about 13 minutes.

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Another great attraction is Hong Kong Disneyland. It is located in Penny’s Bay. It is a must see because of  its special attractions and inimitable sense of Chinese culture.

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If you want to learn more about the celebrities of the Hong Kong’s film industry you need to visit the Avenue of Stars – made to honor them.

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You can enjoy the authentic style of the Chinese people in the night market, or you can just relax in the harbor – that is pure yin and yang.