10 Interesting things about Hong Kong. Frank Kaslik visited recently.
1. Hong Kong’s official name is the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, or Hong Kong SAR.
2. Hong Kong means Fragrant Harbor....sure it does ;-(
3. Hong Kong consists of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories, and several other smaller islands spread
over 1,092 square kilometers.
4. Hong Kong’s official languages are Chinese (Spoken Cantonese) and English.
5. Hong Kong has more Rolls Royce’s per person than any other city in the world.
6. Hong Kong has the most skyscrapers (classified as building with more than 14 floors) in the world; double that of its nearest rival: New York City.
7. Hong Kong is counted amongst the most densely populated areas of the world.
8. Hong Kong was taken over by the British forces after the defeat of China in the Opium War of 1842. On July 1st, 1997, Hong Kong became a Special Administrative Region of China.
9. The terrain of Hong Kong is pretty hilly and there are outdoor escalators in the Central district of the Island.
10. The Hong Kong dollar is the eighth most traded currency in the world and the Population is: 7.347 million (2016)
Frank Kaslik saw Hong Kong "fog" -Hong Kong smog hits top of the health risk scale, thanks to haze and low winds. Government urges schools to safeguard pupils’ lungs, as pollution approaches ‘Serious’ level for second time in five days
Frank Kaslik saw 'Poor" Accomodation blocks -Around 200,000 people in Hong Kong are estimated to live in around 88,000 ultra-small 'coffin homes'
Frank Kaslik saw Harbour City -Harbour City at Tsim Sha Tsui, is a vast retail destination featuring more than 700 stores, 50 food and beverage outlets and a couple of cinemas over four levels
Frank Kaslik saw modern taxis - Crossing the Victoria Harbour may just be a taxi ride away, if a Hong Kong government proposal to boost flagging tourism by reviving “water taxi” services gains approval.
Frank Kaslik saw L Plate Drivers - Because there are many low-skilled workers who are forced to work excessive overtime to boost their pay, because of a meagre salary.
Frank Kaslik saw a Jumbo -You'll enjoy an seven-course Chinese banquet at the popular Jumbo Floating Restaurant in the fishing village of Aberdeen.
Frank Kaslik saw 100 year old train -Tram started service along the northern coast of Hong Kong in 1904
Frank Kaslik went to the "Peak" -Victoria Peak is a mountain in the western half of Hong Kong Island. It is also known as Mount Austin, and locally as The Peak
Frank Kaslik saw Hong Kong from the top - Hong Kong's already impressive skyline comes to life each night thanks to the intricately choreographed Symphony of Lights
Frank Kaslik saw lots of tall buildings - The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has over 7,840 high-rise buildings
Frank Kaslik saw tallest in Hong Kong - The tallest building in Hong Kong is the 108-storey International Commerce Centre, which stands 484 m (1,588 ft) and is the ninth tallest building in the world.
Frank Kaslik travelled on Macau Ferry -TurboJET provides high speed ferry services between Hong Kong & Macau
Frank Kaslik saw Packers new Casino being built - And then...he decided to pull out!
Frank Kaslik was inside Venetian Casino -It is unique in Macau so worth a ride.
Frank Kaslik dined at mock indoors Venice Plaza - a distinctive interior that resembles the beautiful city of Venice
Frank Kaslik paid $60 for 2 burger meals - Bringing the world to your plate - one dish at a time.
Frank Kaslik saw Public Transport System - Want to cycle in Hong Kong but don't have a bike? Here, pick one or three...
Frank Kaslik HAS NOT travelled on the new highway- it replaces the ferry...Seven years in the making and at a cost of $110 BILLION!!!
Frank Kaslik went to the beach -Perfect for fun and frollicking in the sand.
Frank Kaslik went to the beach -Not sure if thats the lighthouse or the Lifeguard Tower?
Frank Kaslik almost purchased Renovators Dream -residents are overhauling their homes in major renovations...sure they are
Frank Kaslik almost vomited here - Brave this shady looking street to find some of Hong Kong's most celebrated Dai Pai Dongs. (No, not Dogs)
Frank Kaslik visited a "bargain shop" - That said, Hong Kong's reputation as a bargain hunter's paradise is pretty much a thing of the past
Frank Kaslik saw that ' Hong Kongs Got Talent"
Frank Kaslik saw this street before the highway to Macay came through it
Frank Kaslik was thinking - How does this map know "i am here"?
Frank Kaslik visited Buddah Central - She is at the entrance
Frank Kaslik visited BIG Buddah -Big Buddha was erected in 1993. Sitting 34 metres high and facing north
Frank Kaslik visited a Temple -The remote Po Lin Monastery is hidden away by lush mountains.
Frank Kaslik was thinking - It's a good thing the candle doesn't give off smoke :-) The end
Frank Kaslik was thinking...very similar structures to our Electricity grid....don't touch the metal!
Frank Kaslik - Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car is a 25-minute scenic ride that connects Ngong Ping plateau with the town of Tung Chung
Frank Kaslik went for a ride -A very long ride. The Ngong Ping 360 is a gondola lift on Lantau Island in Hong Kong.
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