Hong Kong called the New York of Asia, although the skyscrapers in it even more than in American cities. Hong Kong comprises Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, New Territories and a number of small islands. In 1997 he was returned to Britain to China, then Hong Kong was given a special status within China. Cityscapes Hong Kong stagger the imagination, especially in the evening, but apart from that there is something to see and what to visit.
Victoria Peak
Victoria Peak (Victoria Peak) – The highest point of Hong Kong, offering a wonderful view over the city. This landmark attracts millions of tourists every year. The best way to get to the top of the Peak – is to sit on a special tram, running every 10-15 minutes from downtown. The trip lasts about 7 minutes. Especially exciting is the last leg of the journey, when the tram overcomes the steepest ascent. At the top of the Peak is recently completely renovated tower (Peak Tower), which has the shape of the Chinese wok.
From the tower’s observation deck offers the most beautiful view of Hong Kong, but the tower itself deserves no less attention: there are many shops and restaurants, in addition, there are regularly organized dance and music performances. The tower also houses the Museum Madame Tussauds. Taken together, the impression of a big fair. At the peak there is a playground for children (Mount Austin), which is located near the beautiful park in Victoria Peak Garden with its magnificent views of Hong Kong’s port. For travelers who enjoy an active lifestyle, around the Peak paved pedestrian route, walking along which you will enjoy the constantly changing views of the Hong Kong and the surrounding area. During the way you can relax on the specially provided sites for a picnic.
Man Mo Temple-
Man Mo Temple-(Man-Mo-Temple) – One of the oldest temples in Hong Kong, which was built in 1848, soon after the Hong Kong Island was acquired by Britain. Over its history, the temple was reconstructed several times. In China, there are many temples Man-Mo, built in honor of two deities: Man, the god of literature, and Mo, the god of war. In Hong Kong temple can be seen as a Buddhist, a religion which is not the gods, and Taoist followers who worship many gods. When a Man-Mo Temple was a place of conflict resolution: the disputing parties have written on yellow paper promises not kept his promise to be punished. After that mutters chicken blood which had spilled onto the paper with an oath, then burn the paper.