Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Things to see in Hong Kong

By evisa  |  April 10, 2019

Morning Tea & Tai Chi Tour
Begin your day with an hour of tai chi instruction and learn why millions of people around the world now practice this ancient exercise. Having discovered the benefits of tai chi, the subject now turns to tea, which has long played a significant role in Chinese history and customs. Its immense popularity led to an entire tea culture that governed the creation and manufacture of precious teawares as well as the subtle rituals surrounding its consumption.

Fung Shui Tour
Fung Shui, which means wind and water, is the 3,000 year old art form aimed at creating an environment harmonious to both man and nature. With stops at Lung Cheung Road Lookout, Nine Dragons Wall and Statue Square, this tour shows how the principles of Fung Shui are practiced today.

Heritage & Architecture Walks: Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, & New Territories
Explore Hong Kong's many historic and modern landmarks at your own pace with the help of a practical walking guide and portable audio equipment. There is a selection of three walks, each of which takes about 4 hours. Hong Kong Shopping

Kowloon Nine Dragons Tour
The tour starts with an introduction to the legend of how this peninsula gained the name of "Kowloon." Stops includes driving pass the ruins of the Last Emperor of Sung Dynasty, stopped at the end of the old Kai Tak Airport runway, Chi Lin Nunnery, Kowloon Walled City Park, Loong Cheung Road Lookout Point and the bird market in Mongkok.

The Heritage Tour
Visit the heritage attractions in the New Territories including stops at Man Mo Temple, dedicated to the Gods Man and Mo, Tai Po Market, a traditional Chinese market which sells all kinds of fresh produce, dried herbs and seafood, Lam Tsuen Wishing Trees laden with colorful pieces of paper. The tour's last stop is Tang Chung Ling Ancestral Hall which honors the Tang lineage, and the Lo Wai Walled Village.

ALL ABOUT SHOPPING
If you like to shop, don't miss the exhilarating experience of shopping in Hong Kong. Rated as one of the world's best value-for-money shopping cities for luxury goods, it is truly a shopper's paradise. You can find everything here, from tailor-made clothing and exquisite jewelry, to local market goods.

The world's most exclusive designer labels can be found in huge, gleaming shopping complexes such as Pacific Place, Times Square, Harbour City 700 and Ocean Terminal; in boutiques, or in Hong Kong's factory outlets; which carry both international designer labels and local designers with the latest fashions. World Trade Center Hong Kong

Aside from the bustling malls and boutiques, there are fabulous open air markets, such as the historic Stanley Market, packed with artwork and silk collectibles, or Temple Street Night Market, featuring watches, leatherwear, clothing and souvenirs amidst colorful street performances.

Antiques, ceramics and crafts can be found in and around Hong Kong's famous Hollywood Road. Whether it's high fashion designs or bargain-basement curios you're looking for, Hong Kong is guaranteed to satisfy the most serious shopper.

GOURMET PARADISE
With its passion for fine food and an abundance of diverse restaurants, it is no wonder Hong Kong was named Asia's "Best City" by Travel and Leisure Magazine. Hong Kong chefs continue to make their mark in the culinary world, winning numerous awards at international competitions.

You'll be tantalized by the mouth-watering selection of gastronomic surprises waiting for you. With more than 10,000 restaurants and an eclectic range of flavors from around the world, Hong Kong is guaranteed to delight even the most serious gourmet diner. If you feel that you haven't already got enough on your plate, there's almost always a special event celebrating food.

Some of the most fashionable restaurants can be found in Lan Kwai Fong, and SoHo, the trendy dining area in the Central District. Family-run restaurants can be found in many areas, such as Kowloon City (especially for Asian food), international cuisines in Knutsford Terrace in Tsim Sha Tsui in Kowloon and Seaside restaurants in Stanley on Hong Kong Island. Lamma Island, Lei YueMun and Sai Kung are renowned for their fresh seafood restaurants. Hong Kong Seafood Restaurants

Every year in the first 14 days of May, the City of Life celebrates a fortnight of culinary events, "Hong Kong Gourmet Delight." The event features themed feasts, district food, fun activities and cooking classes.

Tea Culture "Yum Cha" (drinking tea) is an integral part of Hong Kong's culinary culture. The drink - whether Chinese or English or Hong Kong style - sends forth its unique, delicate fragrances to help shape daily life in Hong Kong.

EVENING ENTERTAINMENT
Hong Kong never sleeps - the pace and diversity that fills the day carries through into the night.

Lan Kwai Fong, right in the heart of Central, is the premier nightlife neighbourhood. Ambient bistros and delis, jazz clubs and bars spill out onto the pedestrian-friendly streets as Hong Kong's affluent professionals meet and mingle.

Wan Chai's reputation precedes it. Yet these days the World of Suzie Wong and the infamous girlie bars have given way to a late-night party place. Early evening stylish bars are surrounded by the throbbing beat of nightclubs that will take you right through until the very next day. Yet sauna signs and mama-sans tempting patrons still offer a glimpse of Wan Chai's former fame.

The impressive and expansive malls, such as Pacific Place in Admiralty and Times Square in Causeway Bay, also offer plenty in the way of entertainment, including hi-tech cinemas and a variety of restaurants and bars.

On Kowloon side, neon-lit Tsim Sha Tsui is lined with hectic shops, bars, cinemas and restaurants. Dip into any of the glitzy hotel nightclubs or sophisticated lobby lounges, whose tinkling pianos and creative cocktails cater to tourists. Or step out into the heat of the night and try the local back-street pubs and discos.

Author: evisa