Living in Hong Kong

"Hong Kong is a kaleidoscope of life; a sophisticated fusion of East and West; a city of diversity where new and old meet at every turn. It is a unique experience shaped by a distinctive past and dreams of the future; an age-old synthesis of cultures and traditions that opens a window into what will be, while embracing what has passed."1 While studying and living in Hong Kong, you can join the Cultural Kaleidoscope presented by the Hong Kong Tourism Board to experience the arts and culture that make Hong Kong an Asia's world city.

You can follow the links below to find out more about arts and culture of Hong Kong:

  1. Chinese Festivals
  2. Hong Kong's Museums
  3. Hong Kong Heritage Tours
 

"Hong Kong's cuisine is renowned for its exotic fusion of Eastern and Western flavours along with a wide variety of culinary delights. Its cultural blend, proximity to mainland China and reputation for quality have made Hong Kong a Gourmet Paradise."2 Abundant selections of gourment varieties are widely available in every corner of Hong Kong. While living and studying here, you can always reward yourself with mouth-watering dishes of your choice.

When it comes to entertainment, Hong Kong again offers you excitement and variety. From time to time, you will find yourself cruising around the harbour, watching a hit international musical, screaming in a heated sports event, or gathering with friends until dawn. Come enjoy the most of Hong Kong while you study here.

 

Whether it is a beauty of nature or a place of historical importance, Hong Kong has what you want. Follow the links to explore the places of interest:

Hong Kong Island:

  1. Golden Bauhinia Square
  2. Happy Valley Racecourse
  3. Hollywood Road & Cat Street
  4. Lan Kwai Fong
  5. Ocean Park
  6. Repulse Bay
  7. Stanley Market & Murray House
  8. The Peak

Kowloon:

  1. A Symphony of Lights
  2. Avenue of Stars
  3. Flower Market & Goldfish Market
  4. Jade Market & Jade Street
  5. Ladies' Market
  6. Lei Yue Mun Seafood Bazaar
  7. Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple
  8. Temple Street Night Market

New Territories:

  1. Ching Chun Koon
  2. Hong Kong Wetland Park
  3. Kat Hing Wai
  4. Lam Tsuen Wishing Trees & Tin Hau Temple
  5. Mai Po Wetlands
  6. Sai Kung Town
  7. Tai Fu Tai
  8. Tsing Ma Bridge

Outlying Islands:

  1. Cheung Chau Island
  2. Giant Buddha
  3. Hong Kong Disneyland
  4. Lamma Island
  5. Ngong Ping 360
  6. Tai O Fishing Village
 

Hong Kong, a shopping paradise, offers you from brand name merchandise to hard-to-find items at extremely attractive prices. Every year during the sales periods (winter sale: late December to February and the summer sale: July to September),amazing discounts are widely available for you to enjoy. Find out more about the Hong Kong Must Buys here.

 

 

Source :
1http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/heritage/ck/index.jhtml
2http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/gourmet/index.jhtml