The sights of Hong Kong amaze tourists from the first minutes of being here. It is a special administrative region of China People's Republic. The city is very developed. There is a seaport on the territory of Hong Kong; it is one of the ten largest ports in the world. Hong Kong is very large and rich in a variety of all kinds of technology. Hong Kong has a second name - Hong Kong.

Hong Kong

General information about the city

For several centuries, Hong Kong was a British colony in Asia. Hong Kong became part of China back in 1997, despite this, Hong Kongers did not become British, but they also ceased to be Chinese. Hong Kong can hardly be called typical Chinese city. Almost every Hong Kong resident speaks English language and considers him native, so this city is very different from other cities in China.

Hong Kong is located in the southernmost part of China, near the Dongjiang River. The South China Sea washes its shore. Hong Kong is unusual in that it consists of a large number of islands. All the islands are scattered in the waters South China Sea. Hong Kong Island, Kowloon Peninsula, New Territories - all this is part of the city of Hong Kong.

In addition to the above, another 260 small islands are part of Hong Kong. Most big Island Hong Kong - Lantau, but the island with largest number population - an island with the same name of the city. The central part of Hong Kong is located on 2 islands: Kowloon and the coast of Hong Kong Island. The area of ​​Hong Kong is large: if you take all the islands that are part of it, you get 1104 square meters. km.

A lot of attention is paid to greening the city; the authorities monitor the environment. Mountains and steep slopes occupy most of Hong Kong's territory. Because of this, many areas remain untouched by humans. There are a lot of bays, beaches, rivers along the coast of Hong Kong, because... the line is sinuous. Despite the fact that they are trying to plant green trees and shrubs in Hong Kong, the problem in the city is still great. Hong Kong ranks one of the last places in the world in terms of air cleanliness. Hong Kong receives 80% of its air pollution from mainland China.


Hong Kong at night

Ways to get to Hong Kong

There are direct flights that fly from Moscow to Hong Kong. Tourists are offered the top 3 options that will help make their trip fast, comfortable and affordable.

  1. Aeroflot. This flight operates 5 times a week. The airline's service is quite acceptable. The planes are new, they are equipped with a multimedia entertainment system, and it does not matter whether it is business class or economy class. Aeroflot is the cheapest way to fly to Hong Kong and they issue discount cards for regular customers. This flight departs from Sheremetyevo on all days except Wednesday and Friday.
  2. Cathay Pacific. The flight is carried out on Airbus A340-300 airliners, they are also new, like Aeroflot, but when compared with Aeroflot, the Cathay Pacific airliners are inferior. The seat back in economy class does not recline, the seat can be moved forward - this may not be very comfortable, but the business class on this flight is wonderful. Each seat is separate and separated by a partition; the chair folds out to create a single bed. Business class has plasma panels that show films in Russian. The seat has sockets where you can charge mobile phones and other electronic devices. The flight departs from Domodedovo Airport on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
  3. Hong Kong Airlines (Hong Kong Airlines) - this company has been flying flights not so long ago and is considered one of the young airlines. The airliners of this carrier are modern, they have interactive systems with LCD screens. The quality of service is at the highest level, so the company is gradually acquiring regular customers. Departures take place from Sheremetyevo on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
    If you did not have time to purchase a ticket for the above flights, you can buy it with a transfer. There are a lot of such flights, you can choose any one, depending on the amount, time and date.

If you live in eastern Russia, it is most comfortable to fly from Vladivostok. There is a flight Vladivostok-Hong Kong-Singapore, which is operated by Vladivostok-Avia. Flights depart on Tuesdays and Fridays every week.

There is also the company s7 Airlnes, the flight takes place only on Wednesdays on the A320 airliner. The plane departs from Vladivostok at 12:00 and arrives in Hong Kong at 14:30 local time, departure back at 15:35, arrival in Vladivostok at 23:20.

The time difference between Hong Kong and Moscow is 4 hours, and with Greenwich – 8 hours.
If you're on the Chinese mainland and want to get to Hong Kong, you have a few options.


Sights of Hong Kong

By train and bus. A high-speed rail line has been built between China and Hong Kong. Trains depart from the city of Shenzhen, and since 2015 a high-speed railway between these cities has been opened.

On a ferryboat. It departs from Fuyong Port. Located just 10 km from international airport Shenzhen. The ferry goes 8 times a day. The first flight from China is at 8:30, the last at 18:30. From Hong Kong, the first flight is at 10:15, the last at 20:00. Travel time will be 40 minutes.

Getting to the center of Hong Kong from the airport

There are plenty of options to get you from the airport to central Hong Kong. Train Airport Express: it can be called the most in a fast way to get to the city. The travel time will be only 24 minutes. This the train is coming at a speed of 135 km/h. End station, where the Hong Kong Station train arrives. To get there you will spend 100 Hong Kong dollars. The express train passes by beautiful places that you can admire on your trip:

  • Lantau Rock;
  • container port, which is the largest in the world;
  • tourist center of Hong Kong;
  • tunnel under the harbor.

Trains run every 10 minutes from 5:54 to 23:28, and every 12 minutes from 23:28 to 00:48.

Transportation is also carried out by Citybus and Long Win buses. Buses carry you both to the city center, to the sights of Hong Kong, and to the outback of the city, and to more remote areas. Traveling by bus is very convenient for those who need to get to the hotel without making a transfer. Bus prices range from HK$40 to HK$50.

The cost of a taxi fare is approximately 300-350 Hong Kong dollars. There are different taxis, they carry in different directions and differ in the color of the cars:

  • red taxis travel in almost all areas except Tung Chung Road and southern Lantau;
  • green travels only in areas of the New Territories and some roads in Lantau;
  • Blue taxis travel around Lantau and around the airport.

Airport

Visa for Russians

In July 2008, an agreement was signed between Russia and Hong Kong to abolish visa controls. This means that Russian citizens and Hong Kong residents can travel, tourist or otherwise, without visas for up to 14 days.

To travel, you only need an internal passport and a return ticket. Important: The Hong Kong visa does not apply to the rest of China.

Attractions

The top 10 attractions in Hong Kong combine the uniqueness of Asian culture and the unusual contrast between antiquity and modernity. The city's urban panoramas are mesmerizing - a dense jungle of skyscrapers rushing upward not only in the business center of the city, but also on the outskirts of the city.

Neither a day nor a week is enough to see the main attractions of Hong Kong, because... memorable places there are a lot of them and they all deserve to be visited. A description of the main must-see attractions will be useful for tourists planning a trip to Hong Kong.

Avenue of Stars

This place is definitely a must visit, because... The alley is one of the top attractions in Hong Kong. Its length is 450 m. Walking along the alley, you can see the figures of famous actors and show business figures from all over the world. Here you can compare your handprints with the handprints of famous stars. There are more than 100 of them.

The opening of the alley took place in 2004. It will be very interesting to visit the laser show, it is called the Symphony of Light. It takes place every evening at 20:00 and lasts about 15 minutes, and is listed in the Guinness Book for its scale.

To get to the Avenue of Stars, you need to take the metro to Tsim ShaTsui or EastTsimShaTsui station and get off at J2. Address where the alley is located: embankment in the TsimShaTsui area, Kowloon Peninsula.


Avenue of Stars

Victoria Peak

Considered one of the main attractions, it is recommended to visit this place. The height of the peak is 552 m. This is the highest place on the island, and in all of Hong Kong too. When you reach the top of Victoria Peak, it will instantly take your breath away, because... The view is amazing.

To see all the panoramic beauty of Hong Kong, you need to climb the peak during daylight hours, and if you get to the peak at night, the lights of the skyscrapers at night will take your breath away.

To get to the peak, you need to use the funicular, which was built back in 1881. The lower exit of the funicular is located near the Central metro station, exit J2. You can get to the funicular by bus No. 15, which runs from the bus station next to Central Ferry. The funicular operates from 7 a.m. to midnight every day, with an interval of 10 minutes between runs. Address: Victoria Peak.

Big Buddha

The statue is made of bronze. This is the biggest and tall statue, which has the appearance of a seated Buddha, not only in Hong Kong, but throughout the world. The height of the Buddha is 34 m, and the weight is about 250 tons.

To see the Sitting Buddha, you need to go to Lantau Island. The road to Buddha consists of 268 steps, so you will have to walk up a bit. The idea to erect a statue appeared back in 1976, but it was erected much later, only in 1993. The Buddha stands on a podium, which consists of 3 tiers. There is a temple inside the Buddha, which consists of 3 floors. The first floor is dedicated to paintings depicting the life of Buddha. A bell is kept here, 2 m high, which weighs 6 tons and its ringing is heard 108 times a day.

Each ring of the bell gets rid of trouble. The second floor is decorated with a painting carved from wood. It's called "Sermon Faim." The painting is very beautiful, depicting 160 bodhisattvas: they have different facial expressions. The third floor houses the main attraction - the relics of Siddhartha Gautama - the earthly Buddha.

The Ngong Ping 360 cable car leads to the statue. It is an ancient landmark of Hong Kong. The cable car boarding is located near the Tung Chung metro station, exit B. You can get to the cable car by bus S1, which departs directly from the airport.


Big Buddha

Po Lin Monastery

This attraction is located near the statue of the Big Buddha. You should definitely go to this monastery, because... it is a few steps away. The main attractions of the monastery are:

  • Hall of the Great Hero;
  • Hall of the Heavenly King.

The monastery is surrounded by a beautiful Buddhist garden. You can attend a tea ceremony and taste a variety of teas. All this takes place in the same garden. The monastery is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. The entrance is free.

Monastery of Ten Thousand Buddhas

It would be unforgivable not to visit this attraction if you find yourself in Hong Kong, because... it is one of the main places to visit. This is very popular place in Hong Kong. The monastery was founded in 1949. It is located in the village of Pai Tau Village, in the New Territories. The founder of the monastery was named Yuei Kai. He was not a monk, but just a Buddhist layman. Since childhood, he developed comprehensively and loved various sciences, and he devoted himself to Buddhism only after graduating from university.

He initially moved to Hong Kong, found a suitable monastery and began preaching the religion. There were a lot of people willing and therefore it was decided to build a sacred complex, because... the monastery could not accommodate everyone.

Funds for the construction were donated by a friend of Yuei Kai. While he was preaching, he also wrote books - works on Buddhism. Over the entire period, 96 works were written. On April 24, 1965, at the age of 87, Yuei Kai passed away. The preacher's body was embalmed with Chinese varnish. Now the mummy stands in front of the altar, decorated with gold, and every visitor can see the founder of the monastery.

The Monastery of Ten Thousand Buddhas consists of:

  • 4 pavilions;
  • verandas;
  • pagodas;
  • staircase, which has 431 steps.

To understand how to get to them, buy a map: you can get to the attraction yourself by metro to Sha Tin, then exit towards the Ikea store. Before reaching the shopping center, turn left onto Pai Tau Street and walk along the alley that leads to the monastery.


Monastery of Ten Thousand Buddhas

Hong Kong Disneyland

This landmark of Hong Kong meets tourists right on the road from the airport. Everything at Disneyland is built according to Feng Shui. The park is divided into zones. Each of them is a separate topic.

  1. To meet your favorite cartoon characters: Donald, Chip and Dale, Mickey, you need to go to the Main Street, USA area.
  2. If you want to visit a real jungle, visit Tarzan, or watch a play about the Lion King, then you need to visit the Adventureland zone.
  3. In Fantasyland you will find yourself in the world of Winnie the Pooh, Cinderella, Rapunzel.
  4. If you want extreme sports, you need to visit a part of the park called Grizzly Gulch. Here you can ride through an abandoned mine in an old trolley.

In the park you can walk through a mysterious labyrinth, stroll through a garden where antiquities are displayed, visit the world of toys, and ride a slide. Around the park there are Railway, therefore, if you don’t want to walk around the topics, you can get there by transport. At 20:15 the night show begins here - a parade of Disney characters.

The park is located on Lantau Island: to get to it, you need to take the metro to the station, which is called Disneyland, or take buses R33, R12.

Ocean Park

The park can be included in the list of top attractions. Walking here you will see many exciting things. There is a hill running through the park, which divides it into 2 parts: the city shore and the top of the mountain. Children will be interested in the city shore. Here you can:

  • visit a large aquarium and a panda village;
  • look at the alligator swamp;
  • watch the adventures of a giant panda;
  • walk along the emerald path;
  • kids can go on the rides.

The mountaintop portion includes a Chinese sturgeon aquarium, Pacific pier, pleasure garden, Ocean Park tower, ocean theater, and adult attractions. You can travel between the two parts of the park using a cable car or water express.

To get to the park, it is enough to know its address, because... Buses go to it from almost everywhere. Address: Aberdeen Tunnel, Wong Chuk Hang Road, Ocean Park. If you still decide to take the metro, then you need to go to the MTR Admiralty Station stop, exit B and then take bus 629, which goes to the park itself.


Ocean Park

Tai O Fishing Village

It is also called “Hong Kong Venice”. Almost all the buildings located in the village stand on stilts in the water. The main mode of transport here is boats. This is an amazing place, there are still homes of the first inhabitants of Hong Kong - the Thanaka.

The main source of income for local residents is fishing, selling dried seafood. The village attracts a lot of tourists because... Here you can always taste fresh fish dishes. This Hong Kong landmark has an unusual local flavor. While traveling by boat through the village, you can see white dolphins, which are rare.

To get to the village, you need to go to the central city pier and take the ferry there, and then take the island bus. The address where the village is located: the western side of Lantau Island.

Jumbo Floating Restaurant (Aberdeen Harbor)

As soon as the restaurant was built, and this happened in 1976, almost immediately it became the hallmark of tourist Hong Kong and one of the attractions. The restaurant is built in the shape of a ship, which is located in Aberdeen harbour. The ship is very large, considered the largest floating restaurant ship in the world, and has 3 floors.

Jumbo was named after the hero of oriental fairy tales - a giant elephant. In the restaurant you can taste the delicacy “sea reptile”. It is caught in front of you, cut up and served. All this happens before your eyes. This pleasure is not cheap, but visiting such a restaurant and not trying this dish would be unforgivable. A very beautiful Jumbo at night, the whole ship is illuminated and the ship is full of life.

The address where the restaurant is located: Sham Wan Pier Drive, Aberdeen, Hong Kong. The ferry will take you to the restaurant, it runs every 30 minutes from the Central 4 pier.


Floating restaurant Jumbo

Hong Kong History Museum

This is one of the main attractions to visit. Since 2000, the museum has showcased the entire history of the country, from time immemorial to the time when Hong Kong was part of a British colony, which contributed to the formation of a prosperous global metropolis.

The museum welcomes visitors with a prehistoric hall containing dioramas showing everyday life ancient man. In this room you can see tools of labor and everyday life made of stone or bone. The next one is the ceramics hall. Products related to fishing are presented here.

The second floor of the museum is dedicated to more new history Hong Kong. The first typewriters, documents, and photographs are presented here. There is a tram in the museum, which consists of 2 floors. Once there, you will find yourself in Hong Kong in pre-war times. A large number of buses go here, you can take the metro to the desired address. The museum is located on Kowloon Island, at Chatham Road South 100.


Traveling around Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a very interesting and unique city with a lot of memorable places and attractions. What is surprising is that it seems like a city in China, but Hong Kong lives as a separate state, guided by its own laws, living according to its own traditions, which differ from Chinese ones. Everything here is so interesting that it is impossible not to fall in love with the city. What’s fascinating is that the city is full of everything unusual: shopping centers stand nearby, one might say next door, with chaotically scattered rows of floating markets, skyscrapers stand out against the backdrop of ordinary fishermen’s houses.

Hong Kong was once a British colony and is now considered an administrative region of China with glimmering skyscrapers on every corner. Hong Kong's economy is booming and international trade is booming. But this area is not only a hub for business people, but also a place that offers many tourist attractions for every visitor. Many of those who visit Hong Kong stop here on their way to vacation in other countries of the South East Asia, and they know that there are many attractions here that can be visited even during a layover.

Victoria Peak and observation deck / Victoria Peak.




392m high Victoria Peak, also known as Mount Austin, offers a clear view of Hong Kong's cityscape and breathtaking views - and attracts at least 7 million people a year to visit this vantage point, which also offers views of Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong The island and Kowloon Island all together make up this area. Getting to the top is also an incredible experience in itself, including a funicular ride that runs along a 1.5-kilometer track up a 400-meter slope. The cable car opened in 1888 and has been called "the first cable car in Asia".

Ocean Park amusement park.





If you're visiting the area with kids (or alone), don't think twice and check out Ocean Park, which is definitely for everyone. Here you'll find thrilling rides for all ages, including several roller coasters, as well as a huge aquarium displaying no less than 400 species of fish from around the world. You can also visit the "Panda Park", dedicated to this cute family of Asian bears, where you can see various pandas such as the giant panda and the red panda.

Big Buddha/Tian Tan Buddha





This monumental Buddha statue, built in 1993, is undoubtedly a significant tourist attraction in Hong Kong - if only because many want to see this amazing miracle with its weight of 250 tons and height of 34 meters, making it one of the largest statues in the world. The "Tian Tan Buddha" stands next to the Po Lin Monastery, which is also an interesting tourist site. You can reach the base of the statue by cable car Ngong Ping 360, where you can see a breathtaking view of Hong Kong from above. For those who like to walk, you can climb 268 steps to the observation deck at the foot of the Buddha.

Hong Kong Museum of History




If you're one of those who like to delve deeply into the history of the place you're visiting, don't miss the Hong Kong History Museum, which will introduce you to the region's historical heritage, which dates back at least 400 million years. Collections on display at the museum include archaeological and prehistoric artifacts, remains unearthed from ancient tombs in Hong Kong, an exhibition on local culture over the centuries, and extensive information about the English colony, the Japanese, and the occupation that took place here during World War II. wars

Star ferry pier





Just a few Hong Kong dollars and you're on a cross-strait ferry with more than centuries-old history. The view of Victoria Harbor from the ferry that connects Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula is impressive and iconic - and photography enthusiasts may want to take advantage of the opportunity to snap some snaps. At the same time, the noise of the engines and the smells of the sea that reach you will tell you why Hong Kong has always been and always will be one of the most important port and maritime cities in this area of ​​East Asia. A quick tip: Take your Star Ferry cruise around 8:00 pm so you can see the spectacular Symphony of Fire light show that takes place over the city's skyscrapers.

Temple of the Three Religions Wong Tai Sin




Wong Tai Sin Temple is one of Hong Kong's newest religious buildings, but also one of the most interesting and recommended places to visit. The temple was built as a private building, founded in 1920, and then opened to the public in 1968. The site itself is dedicated to Wong Tai Sin, the god of luck and healer of illnesses in the widespread religion of Taoism in China and Hong Kong. The entire temple is divided into several areas, such as the Hall of the Three Saints, the Garden of Good Wishes and the hall dedicated to Confucius. In different halls you can meet fortune tellers who will tell you about your future for a few dollars.

Temple Street night market in Hong Kong





Like any self-respecting Asian city, Hong Kong is full of well-stocked street markets, but if you want to get to the busiest market, then Temple Street Night Market is the place for you. At this market, located on a long street on the Kowloon Peninsula, you will find everything from electronics to cheap clothing, from stone jewelry and other traditional Chinese art to local food and seafood. The market, as its name suggests, is open in the evening and is mostly crowded between 7:00 pm and 11:00 pm when locals and tourists flock to the area. There are many traditional Chinese restaurants in the market, the tables of which are taken out onto the street in the evening, where you can try various types of Chinese food.

Nan Lian Garden




If the hustle and bustle of the market and city isn't your style and you're looking for some peace and quiet, just outside the center is Nan Lian Gardens, one of Kowloon's beautiful green lungs, covering just under 30,000 square meters. The impressive gardens were created by the Tang Dynasty, which ruled China for 289 years. This means that if you walk around this place, you will see many small pagodas, pavilions for rest and relaxation, lotus lakes and much more.




If you want to spend one of your evenings in Hong Kong with a relaxing and enjoyable stroll, you can do so along the Avenue of Stars in the Tsim Sha Tsui area of ​​South Kowloon. The Hollywood Stars Avenue celebrates celebrities from the local film industry, including legendary martial artist Bruce Lee, who spent his childhood in Hong Kong, and actors Jackie Chan and Jet Li, who are currently working in Hollywood. You can stroll around the area, admire the city's respect for its artists, and even watch the Symphony of Light show, which takes place almost every evening at 8:00 pm.

Hong Kong (Hong Kong) is a separate administrative region of China with its own legislation, currency, traditions and culture. A place where ultra-modern technologies and orthodox ways of life merge, chaotic floating markets and mind-blowing skyscrapers, a real crossroads of the civilizations of the West and the East.

When is the best time to plan a trip?

The statue, one of the top ten tallest statues of the spiritual Teacher, towers over the small village of Ngong Ping, not far from the Po Lin temple building.

Those who want to touch the feet of the Enlightened One will have to overcome 268 steps. The reward for your diligence (in addition to the delight of purification) will be beautiful views of the monastery and the surrounding forest-covered peaks.

Star Avenue

Hong Kong is the center of the global film industry (it lags behind the United States and India): the presence of the Avenue of Cinema Stars in the center of the metropolis is quite appropriate. Organized as a replica of the famous Hollywood fashion show, Hong Kong's Star Walk showcases the names and handprints of Asian actors and directors to film buffs.

But not the cinema industry alone! Star Embankment is a wonderful place for a walk: the beauty of the harbor, the quaint island skyscrapers, amazing views.

Two-story antique

A rail track is laid from west to east of the central island, along which extravagant double-decker trams slowly roll out. The colonial heritage of Foggy Albion has firmly taken root in the very center of the metropolis, being an absolute attraction and a very budget excursion and sightseeing route.

Hong Kong - unique place, where you can not only admire antique vehicles, but also take a ride on them. A one-way trip will cost a tourist only 2.3 Hong Kong dollars (payment with coins or an Octopus transport payment card).

Star Ferry

In addition to the fast-moving subway, the Kowloon Peninsula is connected to the huge island of Hong Kong ferry crossing. The green and white barges plying the strait are more than ninety years old. Like antique trams, Star Ferry ships are a symbol business card Hong Kong.

A short walk along the waves, the beauty of Kowloon and the urban landscapes of the center will not greatly burden a tourist’s wallet: the price of one trip is only 2.5 local dollars.

Central Park (Hong Kong Park)

The city park is the green lungs of the city, a tropical oasis surrounded by a steel jungle scraping the sky. Residents and guests of Hong Kong love to leave the oppressive realm of glass and concrete, in search of relaxation in the shady alleys covered with tropical greenery.

Interesting! Visiting the park is free: the cleanliness, comfort, and modern infrastructure of the attraction are paid for by the municipality.

There are walking paths throughout the park, the green area is overflowing with fountains, ponds with turtles and imperial carp, exhibitions and aviaries of tropical birds, small cafes and restaurants.

Kowloon Gardening

The Kowloon Peninsula Park Complex is located within walking distance of Tsim Sha Tsui MRT Station. Kowloon Gardens is famous for its beautiful lake, which delights visitors with ducks, swans and pink flamingos. For relaxation and entertainment, the park has a tropical labyrinth, enclosures with exotic animals, charming rock gardens, avant-garde sculpture and painting areas, relaxation and selfie areas.

The park is huge sports ground. Swimming pools, diving towers, diving centers, volleyball, basketball, handball courts - the park's sports facilities welcome more than two thousand athletes and athletes every day.

Temple of Three Religions

Wong Tai Sin is a majestic pantheon of three religious and philosophical movements: Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism.

Interesting! This is an exclusively Hong Kong solution, local flavor, non-standard move: temple complex"three in one".

The Pantheon is made according to all the canons of Chinese temple architecture: multi-colored carvings, breathtaking colonnades, “pagoda” roof designs.

The temple complex is open from seven in the morning until half past five in the evening. Admission is free; financial gifts are welcome. A visit to the pantheon is simply impossible without the mystical sacrament of making wishes. Servants guarantee 100% realization of any dream.

Night bargaining on Temple Lane

The center of a microcosm of Asian markets, Temple Street Night Market is a truly legendary market in Hong Kong. Mind-blowing shopping: from antique souvenirs and trinkets to cutting-edge electronics and cars.

In addition to a rich assortment of goods, the peninsula night market offers visitors an excellent selection of traditional Chinese street food and numerous salons of fortune tellers, healers, and hairdressers.

How to get to the city?

Getting to the financial and urban center of Asia is easy: airlines have been laid, railway connection, buses run regularly, the seaport works.

We fly by plane

The most modern and technically equipped airport in the world, Chek Lap Kok, accepts hundreds of flights around the clock. Air passengers are transported from the port to the city by high-speed trains, bus carriers and taxis.

The trip from the airport to the city by high-speed monorail lasts 25 minutes, the cost of one ticket is 115 Hong Kong dollars. Twelve routes of comfortable double-decker shuttles carry “air travelers” throughout Hong Kong. Bus fare is about 50 HKD.

You can get there by taxi. Blue cars are taken to Lantau, scarlet ones - to the central island, emerald ones - to New Lands. The pleasure will cost 300-400 local dollars.

Let's roll like a locomotive

The railway is an excellent transit to the metropolis from mainland China. The cost of a trip Beijing - Shenzhen is from 950 to 250 yuan (depending on speed and comfort). An express train flies between Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Issue price: 75-100 yuan. There is a direct connection from Guangzhou East Terminal to Hung Hom Station. The cost of a two-hour trip is 190 yuan.

Bus service

Most hotels in Guangzhou have special bus terminals. The driver picks up tourists and delivers them to Hong Kong (to the Water Park, to the center). One way fare: from one hundred yuan.

Ferry crossing

A high-speed sea ferry runs from Guangzhou to Hong Kong. About an hour's journey, 375 yuan. Comfortable ships regularly sail from Macau.

Accommodation in Hong Kong

The metropolis is crowded. An inexhaustible stream of travelers, supplemented by an army of business people, sweeps the city every day. There are no problems with accommodation: the city’s hotels “grind” waves of guests, offering guests a wide range of options for every budget.

Five Stars

The financial capital of Asia surprises with the wealth of choice even in such a “narrow segment” as the premium class. The highest category is represented by the elite of hotelier art: the global chains Sheraton, Hyatt, Marriott. Prices vary: you can find 200 dollars per night. The island's hit hotel, the imposing and very cozy Ritz-Carlton, will charge over 500 per night for a penthouse overlooking the bay.

Four stars

Hong Kong fours, in terms of service and equipment, differ little from other 5-star hotels. The average room rate is 150-170 local dollars. Proximity to traffic flows, excellent staff, tactful and thoughtful service: an amazing price/quality balance.

Three star hotels

3-star hotels in Hong Kong are local “unit” complexes, and chain hotels(actively represented in the Holiday Inn market). You can successfully move in for 70-80 dollars.

Guest houses, hostels

Hong Kong is a very expensive city. But this does not mean that there is no budget options accommodation. Local guest houses amaze with their minimalism. With a certain resilience and unpretentiousness, you can spend the night there. Those who are not ready for mega-Spartan conditions are left to look for an adequate price in the two or three star segment.

What else to see

Hong Kong is huge, diverse and surprisingly friendly. The ten sights of the city mentioned above are a tiny grain of sand in an extravaganza of wonders and artifacts. Sights, descriptions of places of worship and entertainment of the city - a guide three fingers thick.

One day in the city

What to see in Hong Kong in 1 day? Introductory, day tour most often involves a photo session against the backdrop of a city panorama, a run through souvenir shops and shops, boat trip around the harbor and cultural and educational events such as: museum, planetarium, famous Ferris wheel.

Great shopping area with an endless line of shops along Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui. We devote the second half of the day to museums, temples and the Peak.

What to see in Hong Kong in 2 days

Three attractions that you can and should visit in Hong Kong in two days:

Ocean Park

The largest aquarium on the planet. From Admiralty metro station to bus route number 629.

Best time to visit before closing: the colorful show in the lagoon is worth an evening.

Hong Kong Disneyland

A paradise island, a nostalgic trip to childhood.

The Disney Corner is the undisputed leader of the city's attractions. Perfect place“where to go” with kids.

Exhibition Center

Among the exhibition venues on the planet, the Hong Kong Expo Complex is one of the most prestigious.

Businessmen will be able to conclude a couple of contracts, ordinary tourists will wander around the pavilions, visit the theater, restaurants, and cinema halls.

The entire metropolis in three days

The non-trivial task of “what to see in Hong Kong in 3 days” requires a systematic approach. It is better to “split to conquer” a three-day expansion into three “waves”. Start from the Kowloon Peninsula, devote the second day to the central island, and designate the third, farewell day as “the time of the New Lands.”

In addition to the tourist hits already mentioned in the material, the following are considered a must-see interesting places Hong Kong:

When visiting museums, parks and cultural and educational centers, do not forget that Hong Kong is the center of the canonical beach tourism. Excellent sea, sand, the whole range active leisure and lazy rest.

1. Climb Victoria Peak

WITH observation deck 373 meters high, it offers views of one of the most beautiful ports on the planet, as well as stunning modern cityscapes. Victoria Peak can be reached by a 120-year-old funicular railway from Garden Road station. The main trick is to arrive at the top about half an hour before sunset to enjoy the panoramic view of the city in natural light, watching as Hong Kong is gradually covered in millions of shining lights.

2. Ride the Star ferry

The best way to experience Hong Kong()and enjoy it panoramic views is an 8-minute ride on the Star ferry, which runs between Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula. Do you want to be in seats that are equally shared between poor fishing boys and businessmen in expensive suits? Buy a ticket for upper deck, it costs about 28 cents. It is better to avoid traveling on the lower deck - unless, of course, you are a fan of the Chinese flea market and a lover of diesel aromas. If you set off around 8pm, you can enjoy the Light Show right from the ferry in the middle of the harbour.


3. Meet Bruce Lee on the Avenue of Stars

Hong Kong()For a long time it bore the glory of “Asian Hollywood”, so it rightfully has its own Walk of Stars. It is here that tourists copy the stance of the great kung fu master Bruce Lee and are surprised at how tiny Jackie Chan's hands are, placing their hands on his prints. The Avenue of Stars is located on the waterfront in Victoria Harbor in Kowloon - this is the same place where the singing lights show takes place every day, included in the Guinness Book of Records as the world's largest light and music show.


4. Admire skyscrapers in the light of a laser show

The laser show “Symphony of Light” covers the city with an extravaganza of colorful lights for 10 minutes every day at eight in the evening. To the sounds of Asian pop, neon lights, spotlights and light patterns begin to slide across the city's skyscrapers, completely transforming their appearance. The best platform from which to enjoy the show in all its glory is the Avenue of Stars.

5. Have a childhood dream party at Disneyland

Sooner or later, dreams come true: find the Disneyland Resort station on the metro map and it will be the beginning of your magical adventure to the world of Disney. In the words of its creator, Disneyland is “a world of imagination, dreams and hope. Here the passage of time stops and magic rules the roost, and fairy tales become reality. Here those who are young at heart and devoted to their dreams will find their joy.” Exclusive to Hong Kong Disneyland - Grizzly Gorge, where guests ride on trolleys through the breathtaking expanses of the Wild West.


6. Stroll through the Temple Street Night Market

Hong Kong's most famous market is located at the intersections of Temple Street and Jordan Road. In the light of scarlet lanterns, merchants lay out all sorts of goods on their counters - from mysterious Chinese medicines, clothing, antiques to counterfeit watches. You can find out your destiny or enjoy a Chinese street opera right next to public toilets, savoring rice in clay pots, noodles, seafood and other delicacies. This is the reverse side of Chinese culture.


7. Go swimming

Few people know that Hong Kong() is actually an archipelago of 260 islands. To see the city as it was known to generations of fishermen and pirates, hire a so-called junk, which used to be the name given to traditional Chinese fishing boats and now refers to any motorboat. Bring a picnic and set sail among the islets scattered around the bay. Somewhere away from the metropolis you can stop and swim.

8. Harm your budget at local stores.

Hong Kong- real paradise for shopaholics. All the world's brand stores are scattered among the city's numerous shopping centers. In the largest mall Hong Kong - Harbor City on Kowloon - there are about 700 stores. Have you long dreamed of the suit or dress of your dreams? Order it from your local tailor, making sure that place has good feedback. For antiques and local crafts, head to Hollywood Road, and for an oriental flavor you can look for Stanley Market, which is full of cheap clothes and cheap Chinese souvenirs.


9. There is, there is and there is

Shopping, interrupted by a meal and a meal with a break for shopping - at least one of your days in Hong Kong should pass in this rhythm. Curry with fish balls, all kinds of noodles, and, of course, dim sum - traditional Chinese dumplings - in countless restaurants and street eateries in the city you can enjoy the whole palette of tastes of oriental cuisine. Be sure to visit Tim Ho Wan - the cheapest restaurant in the world, awarded a Michelin star. Delicious dim sum with pork costs only 1 euro here - it’s worth waiting in a long line of hungry people!


10. Visit Big Buddha

A giant bronze statue of Buddha, 34 meters high, crowns the high hill on Lantau Island. Climb 268 steps up to get to the very bottom, and the view that opens up will fully repay the effort. To get into it religious spirit Even deeper, visit the nearby Po Lin Monastery, then walk the Path of Wisdom between 38 wooden statues engraved with clippings of the Buddha's teachings. The peace and tranquility that reigns among these Buddhist shrines will give you a break from the never-ending bustle of Hong Kong. You can satisfy your appetite at the popular Buddhist vegetarian restaurant.


11. Visit Ocean Park

Ocean Park in Hong Kong is the largest of the many ocean parks in all of Asia! Occupying almost a million square meters, it is one of the ten best theme parks on the planet. People come here to admire exotic sea ​​creatures, interact with two giant pandas, and scream your heart out on the roller coaster and the 72-meter Free Fall ride. After this experience, head to Tuxedos Restaurant for lunch, overlooking the penguin pool. This park is an ideal place of entertainment for both children and adults!

12. Have fun in style

In order to feel like the king of the world, you need to visit the Ozone bar located on the 118th floor of the Ritz-Carlton hotel. Just imagine how beautiful the views of Port Victoria are from its windows! Sipping cocktails, eating Asian snacks and looking at Hong Kong skyscrapers from top to bottom, we can safely say that life is good!Of course, there are many cheaper places to party in the city. At the same time, the most popular place among cheerful urban youth is the Lan Kwai Fong area on Hong Kong Island with its numerous bars and discos.


13. Take a walk along the promenade in Stanley

Stanley is a small Europe in Hong Kong, where you will experience a unique atmosphere woven from European aristocracy and Asian sensuality. Stanley is truly where West meets East. Once here, take a walk to the beach, shop for souvenirs at Stanley Market, admire the architecture preserved from colonial times, and end the day in a cozy restaurant on the quiet waterfront.

14. Sunbathe at Repulse Bay

Spacious, comfortable beach A 30-minute drive from the city center, it is considered one of the most beautiful public beaches in Hong Kong. It is ideal to sunbathe and relax from the bustle of the metropolis. Long coastline ends with a temple and original statues in traditional Chinese style. The most important thing in this temple is to find the small red bridge and walk across it many times - according to ancient Chinese belief, each time you cross it, you extend your life by one day.

15. Visit 10,000 Buddhas at once

The Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas is definitely worthy of your time and effort, and you will have to spend it - the path to the temple begins with half a thousand steps, but believe me, it is worth it. Throughout your journey, Buddha will be with you in different guises - Buddha with red lips, Buddha-alcoholic, Buddha-Jesus, and many more Buddhas. Once you reach the temple, you can enjoy its beauty and find out your future by reading fortunes on wooden sticks. The local residents of the temple, the monkeys, deserve special attention. After watching them, you will probably want to smile.

Hong Kong has the status of a special administrative region and is distinguished from the rest of China. At the same time, the region was under the control of the British Empire for a long time. The influence of European culture with originally Asian roots made this area so unusual.

There is not much land and it is not customary to throw away land. The development is very dense, there are many skyscrapers, modern and historical buildings are often located side by side. For tourists, this is a real find: you can explore rarities in museums or ancient monuments without leaving the comfortable modern environment.

Hong Kong has amazing shopping, with street markets and high-end stores everywhere. You can get to the most distant attractions by cable cars, double-decker trams and ferries, which becomes an adventure in itself.

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What to see and where to go in Hong Kong?

The most interesting and Beautiful places for walks. Photos and brief description.

1. Hong Kong Skyline

Skyscrapers are built in a row on the shores of Victoria Harbour. Their main feature is night illumination. It turns already noticeable and majestic buildings into the main characters of the laser show. The “Symphony of Lights” begins every day at 8 pm. Thanks to its consistency, the phenomenon even made it into the Guinness Book of Records. Anyone can watch what is happening completely free of charge.

2. Victoria Bay

Natural harbor in the South China Sea. Thanks to the bay, the area turned into a successful trading area during the reign of Great Britain. Now there is a dense modern development on the coast: tourist sites, offices, residential buildings. A Walk of Fame similar to the Hollywood Walk of Fame has also appeared. Every evening the show “Symphony of Lights” is held. The most popular boat excursions depart from here.

3. Tsim Sha Tsui embankment

Most of the total length of the embankment is occupied by the “Avenue of Stars”. In addition to handprints of local celebrities, there are several movie-themed sculptures installed here. At eight in the evening, tourists gather on the coast to watch the “Symphony of Lights”. Other attractions: the clock tower - all that remains of the station, museums, a mirror installation, former headquarters NCIS

4. Victoria Peak

The most high point islands - 552 meters above sea level. Many entertainment facilities have been built on the mountain, including a seven-story tower. Its lower floors are reserved for museums. The first exhibits wax figures from Madame Tussauds, the second and third display about 450 amazing objects from all over the planet. You can climb to the top by funicular, which appeared here at the end of the 19th century.

5. Big Buddha

Located on Lantau Island near the Po Lin Monastery. Height – about 34 meters, weight – 250 tons. It was built starting in 1990, the opening took place 3 years later. The statue faces north, which is not typical for monuments of this size. You can get to the Big Buddha along a winding road or along a staircase of 268 steps. Access to the statue is free, but you have to pay to get inside.

6. Hong Kong Park

Founded in 1991. Located in the Central region. Area – more than 8 hectares. One of its features is modern buildings and the buildings are harmoniously integrated into the surrounding landscape. Entrance to the territory is free, the park is open until sunset. The local birdlife is home to about 600 birds. Tourists are also attracted to the Olympic Square, the Tai Chi Garden, the Tea Ware Museum, the Conservatory and the Squash Centre.

7. Nan Lian Garden

Exists since 2006. A real oasis and island of freshness among the densely built concrete jungle. The garden begins under the highway overpass. Then there are paved paths, bridges over an artificial pond, a restaurant surrounded by waterfalls, and elegant Chinese-style buildings. Lighting is installed throughout, so that the area remains bright even in the dark.

8. Kowloon Park

Tsim Sha Tsui District Public Park covers an area of ​​more than 13 hectares. The park hosts major events, including exhibitions and festivals. It houses colorful representatives of the animal world, such as large turtles and flamingos. Notable objects: sculpture garden, rose garden, football field, labyrinth garden, bird lake, mosque, avenue of national comic book stars.

9. Hong Kong History Museum

Operating since 1998. Located in the Tsim Sha Tsui area. The exhibition tells about the history of the region from ancient times to the present day. Square exhibition halls– about 17.5 thousand m². The 8 halls also display collections of minerals, insects and fossils. There are separate stands dedicated to the sights of Hong Kong. Temporary exhibitions are held to coincide with important dates or events.

10. Hong Kong Science Museum

Opened in 1991. The area is about 6.5 thousand m². There are more than 500 exhibits, most of them can and should be touched and taken a closer look. The first floor is dedicated to mathematics and life sciences. The second talks, among other things, about hygiene and scientific innovations. The third contains all kinds of models, as well as exhibitions related to telecommunications. The fourth is more suitable for children - there are many interactive programs.

11. Hong Kong Heritage Museum

Formed in 2000 in the New Territories. The meeting does not ignore any of the branches of culture, both trends that have existed since ancient times and modern trends. Cantonese opera, photography, design, calligraphy, ceramics, painting - everything had a place here. There is a separate exhibition dedicated to Bruce Lee. Admission is free on Wednesdays, on other days there are discounts for different groups visitors.

12. Hong Kong Museum of Art

Founded in 1962, moved to the current building in 1991. The funds contain about 15 thousand storage units. The collection consists of samples of painting, graphics, calligraphy, antiques, and jewelry. The exhibitions are distributed over three floors and occupy five large halls. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions, especially if they are directly or indirectly related to Asian art.

13. Hong Kong Coastal Defense Museum

Located in a fort built in 1887. At that time, the structure was built and used by the British. The area of ​​the fort is more than 34 thousand m². The exhibition tells about the protection of the coast in different periods of the country's history: from the Ming and Qing dynasties to the world wars. The museum includes a redoubt, a reception hall and a historical path. Exhibited inside military equipment, nearby is a torpedo station.

14. Chilin Nunnery

Founded on the Kowloon Peninsula in 1934. Area – 33 thousand m². Approximately 60 nuns live here permanently. The complex consists of the main building of the monastery, a hotel for pilgrims and landscaped gardens in traditional Chinese style. Buddha statues made of stones, wood, clay, some of them covered with gold, are located throughout the territory. Entrance to the monastery is free.

15. Po Lin Monastery

Originally opened in 1905 as a refuge for monks. Gradually it grew and acquired several temples. One of the most large statues seated Buddha made of bronze, whose height is about 26 meters. Entrance to the monastery is free. Guests are treated to vegetarian dishes in the refectory. Since Po Lin is a popular tourist site, it is better to visit it on weekdays for prayer and meditation.

16. Wong Tai Sin Temple

Erected in honor of a Taoist deity. It can be found in the south of Lion Rock. The complex covers an area of ​​18 thousand m². Its history dates back to 1921, when, according to legend, Wong Tai Sin showed his followers the place for construction. It was only in 1956 that the sanctuary became open to everyone. The architecture is typical of China: red color, columns, roofs with gold accents. Tourists are attracted by the Garden of Good Wishes.

17. Monastery of Ten Thousand Buddhas

Laid out in 1949 in the Sha Tin area. It is not an active religious institution, but is popular among tourists. A distinctive feature is about 13 thousand clay figurines of Buddha, covered with gold. One of the main relics is the mummy of Yuet Kai, the founder of the monastery. It is exhibited in big hall monastery. The buildings are among the historical buildings of Hong Kong and are maintained in impeccable condition.

18. Tai O Fishing Village

Also called the "Venice of Hong Kong". You can move around the village either through special passages or by boat. All houses here are built on stilts. Close to the houses there is a market where you can buy not only souvenirs, but also fresh catch. There are dolphins in the area. The opportunity to observe them attracts tourists. There are two museums, a closed police station building and a temple.

19. Qingma Bridge

Crosses the Mavan Canal. Opened in 1997. Margaret Thatcher was present at the ceremony. The total length is 2160 meters, including 1377 meters of the main span. The height of the structure is 206 meters. Sixth in the world suspension bridge by lenght. There are two levels: on the first there is a highway, on the second there is a railway track. No sidewalks, no parking. Each area is monitored using surveillance cameras.

20. Happy Valley and Sathyn Racecourses

Opened in 1845 and 1978 respectively. The first can accommodate about 55 thousand people, the second - 30 thousand more. During a calendar year, about 700 races are held in total at both hippodromes. Traditionally, they are held on Wednesdays, but some especially important ones are moved to weekends and holidays. Since 1996, a horse racing museum has been opened in Happy Valley. Satkhin was used for the Olympic equestrian competition in 2008.

21. Markets of Hong Kong

Markets are a familiar part of the way of life in Asian cities, including modern ones like Hong Kong. The “Ladies’ Market” is popular among those who like to buy fairly high-quality counterfeits of well-known brands. Stanley Market has a wide variety of goods and is not very crowded. The jade market is famous for all kinds of products made from this stone, popular among the Chinese. Temple Street Market is open at night. In addition, typical Hong Kong snacks are available here at any time of the day. At the Kowloon Island bird market you can buy not only birds, but also, for example, singing grasshoppers.

22. “Street of Lazy Pedestrians”

A section of road 800 meters long, which is a continuous escalator. It stretches from the business districts towards Victoria Peak. The mechanism was created in France, the opening of the “street” took place in 1993. It is a free, albeit slow, alternative to the bus. It is possible to get off at any of the intersecting streets. There is a canopy in case of bad weather or heat.

23. Hong Kong tram

This type of transport has been available to local residents since 1904. The difference between the local network and all others in the world is the use of exclusively double-decker trams. The fleet consists of 160 carriages. Total stopping points on the line - 120. At the moment, trams remain relevant, as public transport. About 200 thousand people use them every day.

24. Star Ferry

A ferry operating between the Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong Island. An alternative to such travel is the metro. However, the ferry is faster and gives more impressions. The departure corresponds to the stated schedule. It can be found online or at the piers. Each ferry has 3 halls: 2 completely closed with air conditioning and windows, 1 open. It is especially interesting to move around the bay this way during the “Symphony of Lights”.

25. Peak tram

Funicular running from Central region to Victoria Peak. The length of the network is 1365 meters, it includes 6 stations. It has been in existence since 1888, making it the first cable-type funicular in Asia. There is an observation deck near the top of the station. The Peak Tram operates from 7 am to 12 midnight. Two carriages are coupled together, depart every 10-15 minutes and carry up to 120 passengers at a time.

26. Ngonping 360

The cable car opened in 2005. It leads to Lantau Island, where interesting sights are collected, such as the Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery and the Path of Wisdom. The journey takes about half an hour and is an amazing adventure in itself. There are three types of booths: standard, glass bottom and private. There are many entertainment venues at the upper station.

27. Sky 100

Also called the "Sky Terrace". The observation deck is equipped on the hundredth floor of the tall building Hong Kong - World Trade Center. Since the view from here opens up to 360 degrees, you can view the entire city from a height of almost 400 meters. In addition, multimedia exhibitions are organized at the site, as if presenting the main attractions. This will help you create your own tourist route.

28. "Back of the Dragon"

The tourist route laid here is the most popular in Hong Kong. 5 trails have been prepared for beginner hikers. While traveling on foot you can enjoy the coastal beauty, panoramic views and local nature. Along the route there are interesting stopping places, like observation deck on Shek O Peak. In addition, on the Dragon's Back ridge they practice paragliding and fly kites.

29. Disneyland

Opened in 2005. Area – 126 hectares. The territory is divided into 3 entertainment zones: the world of fairy tales, exciting adventures, and the world of the future. Regardless of preferences, all tourists, without exception, are attracted to the main street, where souvenir shops, shops and cafes are concentrated. Life-size puppets, meeting your favorite characters, modern technologies and bright decorations - the park has it all.

30. Ocean Park

Occupies a vast area in the southern part of Hong Kong. The park is divided into two parts. They are connected to each other by a cable car and a tunnel. A huge aquarium is built in the lower part, there is a lagoon with fountains, and a building with pandas. At the top there is much more attractions, including a roller coaster and a Ferris wheel. There are picturesque views of the area from various points.