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Hong Kong Facts & Information
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| Location
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Eastern Asia, bordering the South China Sea
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| Climate
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Tropical monsoon, cool and humid in winter,
hot and rainy from spring through summer, warm and sunny in
fall |
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| Terrain
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Hilly to mountainous with steep slopes, lowlands
in north |
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| Population
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6,898,686 |
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| Nationality
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Chinese/Hong Kong |
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| Ethnic groups
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Chinese 95%, other 5% |
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| Religions
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Mixture of local religions 90%, Christian
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| Languages
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Chinese (Cantonese), English; both are official
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| Government Type
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Limited Democracy |
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| Currency
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Hong Kong dollar (HKD) |
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| Description of Flag
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Red with a stylized, white, five-petal bauhinia
flower in the center |
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More Information
 www.cia.gov
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Hong Kong Culture
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Hong Kong is a diverse area
with a population to match. The business suits that eagerly
perpetuate the hustle and bustle of commerce and trade usually
offer up apologies even if you bump into them, although they’ve
usually mastered when and where to cross so that they can
avoid wandering tourists.
On Lantau Island, you’ll quickly notice the lackadaisical,
sleepy-eyed fishermen who, after an
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early morning’s catch, slowly exhale smoke from their cigarettes.
Meanwhile, their bubbly wives chatter in small groups while gutting
and cleaning fish. But even if you don’t purchase anything,
whether here or another area of Hong Kong, you can always count on
friendly conversation from those who stand outside of restaurants
and shops, enticing you to try their food and goods. They’ll
also gladly give you pointers on chopstick etiquette and how to pronounce
certain words in Cantonese, as long as you return the favor by helping
them out with choice phrases in English.
More Information
www.state.gov
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Hong Kong Shopping
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Like New York, Hong Kong’s
streets are full of contrasts, and so are the shops. Fortunately,
budget travelers and high-spenders alike can enjoy the many
niche markets that Hong Kong offers. If you’re into marbled
atriums and designer boutiques, then stay near the Central shopping
district or Admiralty: The Times Square mall and places like
The Landmark, The Galleria, Prince’s Building, Alexandra
House, ifc Mall and Pacific Place are full of designer shops,
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pricey brands and exclusive clothing wear.
But if bargain-bin finds are more your style, then you’ll
feel more at ease at Li Yuen Street East and Li Yuen Street West
in Central, where vendors sell low-cost jewelry, toys, clothing
and shoes. Head over to Mong Kok, Kowloon, and you’ll find
an eclectic mix of flower, gold fish and bird markets that provide
great gifts if you’re staying with anyone local. One of the
most popular one-stop-shopping spots, Stanley Market, is located
on Hong Kong Island. Here, you’ll find traditional Chinese
artwork, clothing and collectibles.
More Information
www.discoverhongkong.com
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| Hong Kong Restaurants |
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Read reviews for some of the best
restaurants in Hong Kong. You'll find the perfect restaurant for your
vacation here. Choose a restaurant by cuisine type or visitor rating. |
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Address |
Phone |
Cuisine |
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| Fook Lam Moon
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53-59 Kimberley Rd |
852/2366 0286 |
Cantonese |
| Napa
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64 Mody Rd |
852/2733 8752 |
American |
| Ruth's Chris Steak House
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68 Mody Rd |
852/2366 6000 |
American |
| Y? |
Salisbury Rd. |
852/2721 1211 |
Seafood |
| caf? TOO |
Supreme Court Rd. |
852/2820 8571 |
International |
| The Ashoka |
57-59 Wyndham St |
852/2524 9623 |
Indian |
| Luk Yu Tea House |
24-26 Stanley St |
852/2523 5464 |
Cantonese |
| Mandarin Grill
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5 Connaught Rd |
852/2522 0111 |
Continental |
| Red Pepper |
7 Lan Fong Rd |
852/2577 3811 |
Sichuan |
| Bebek Bengil 3
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54-62 Lockhart Rd |
852/2217 8000 |
Indonesian |
| Felix
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Salisbury Rd |
852/2315 3188 |
Asian |
| Zen Chinese |
88 Queensway |
852/2845 4555 |
Cantonese |
| Va Bene |
58-62 D'Aguilar St |
852/2845 5577 |
Italian |
| Nicholini's
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88 Queensway Rd |
852/2521 3838 |
Italian |
| Man Wah
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5 Connaught Rd |
852/2522 0111 |
Cantonese |
| Yan Toh Heen
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18 Salisbury Rd |
852/2721 1211 |
Cantonese |
| Indochine 1929
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30-32 D'Aguilar |
852/2869 7399 |
Vietnamese |
| TOTT'S
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281 Gloucester Rd |
852/2837 6786 |
Asian |
| Unkai |
20 Nathan Rd |
852/2369 1111 |
Japanese |
| SPOON
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Salisbury Rd |
852/2313 2256 |
French |
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Hong Kong Travel Guides
Frommer's Hong Kong
Lonely Planet Hong Kong
Let's Go Hong Kong
Fodors Hong Kong
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