Hong Kong or simply HK, is a true city — ripe with culture
and deeply integrated into the very core of the people who live there. However,
it is not just a city! There is more to the story. Find out more about Hong
Kong and get ready to get shocked!
10. International nightlife
For all night owls out there, the name “Lan Kwai Fong” will
find a special place in your heart. This party district is chill out 7 days a
week, 365 days a year. Just walking around you will meet people from every
corner of the planet. There are tons of little bars to enjoy. As drinking is
allowed on the streets, this is a backpacker favourite and the best way to
enjoy the night and stay on budget!
9. Cheap public transit
The public transportation is very cheap in Hong Kong. This is
to encourage people to use public transportation to limit air pollution from
vehicle exhausts. Therefore, you won’t have to wait for a cab or get cheated by
taxi drivers, instead fully utilize the public transit and feel proud to save
heck lot of money!
8. It’s lot more than a City
While most people get distracted by the sky high and spectacular
skylines and think that’s all there – concrete jungle, shopping, and business.
However, less than 25 percent of Hong Kong is only developed, rest 40 percent
is dedicated country park and jaw dropping nature reserves, and 70 percent of
its territories are rural and made up of beautiful mountains, lush forests, and
stunning islands.
7. City of Skyscrapers
Hong Kong has more skyscrapers than any other city in the
world. It has twice as many as its nearest rival - the New York City. The city
is densely packed with buildings making it literally a concrete jungle.
6. Art of Feng Shui
Feng shui is a Chinese metaphysical science that seeks to
harmonize individuals with their surrounding environment. It is closely linked
to Taoism. The architects of Hong Kong incorporates Feng Shui in their designs
and is much valued by the people of Hong Kong.
5. Lightning internet speeds
The Hong Kong Broadband Network (HKBN) offers 1Gbps at
Rs.1800. This was first offered in 2010, when the world still struggled with
1Mbps! Internet services are quite cheap in Hong Kong. So, when you visit Hong
Kong, you need not worry about your favourite Netflix series!
4. English Friendly
You don’t need to Chinese to survive in the streets of Hong
Kong. Hong Kong is one of the trade capitals of the world and therefore,
language is not an issue at all. Most people are educated in Basic English and also
the city takes into account the need for English — with restaurants menus, road
signs, and public transit all in English.
3. Food, Food everywhere!
If you are foodie, then Hong Kong is the right place for you!
There are more than 72,000 restaurants in Hong Kong! Are you shocked? Street
foods of Hong Kong are very popular and you will get whatever you want to
satisfy your taste buds. Wantan Noodle Soup, Bo Lo Bao and Roast Goose are some
of the popular food and is worth a try.
2. They have their own currency
Chinese Yuan? Not really. Have you ever heard about Hong Kong
dollar? Hong Kong has its own currency to simplify the import / export business
as they have different regulations on taxes and tariffs. Therefore, make sure
you exchange your money into the right currency before entering this marvellous
city. 1HK$ equals almost Rs.9.
1. No Great Firewall of China
Yay! Unlike China, Hong Kong doesn’t block your favourite
sites like Facebook, Google and Skype. That means you can upload splendid
pictures in Instagram, update statuses in Facebook and video call and chat with
your friends and family with your favourite apps!
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