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Hotels, halal food, prayer spaces, things to do, and itineraries in Hong Kong.
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Must-see attractions in Hong Kong
From headline landmarks and heritage icons to parks, waterfronts, and major museums, discover 30 standout sights to build into your time in the city.
Today Hong Kong is internationally known as a strong financial and corporate center. It has the world's 7th highest GDP per capita. Foreign investment has a huge role to play here still. There are over 4,000 foreign companies which have their base here. Hong Kong practices free trade, has easy regulations, and taxes are low. The economy is mainly service based, with banking (15th largest), finance (world's 6th largest foreign exchange centre) and corporate as the major emphasis. The property market, tourism and trade (11th largest trading economy) are other key drivers economically. Very little has changed after the China takeover of 1997. Ho
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Halal restaurants in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s food scene is part of the city experience. Choose from 26 restaurants and food districts with location notes and planning tips.
hong-kongGaddi's
A great choice for French food with much European influence, the service here is also par excellence. The elegant restaurant with classic French crockery is still considered one of Hong Kong's best restaurants. The ambience is beautiful and to add to the mood there is live music and a dance floor.
hong-kongCafe des artistes
In the heart of the crowded Lan Kwai Fung, one is transported to this quiet restaurant. The food here is from Southern France with some mouth watering delicacies like the grilled scallops, or duck leg. The desserts are mouth watering.
hong-kongCafe Deco
This is a beautifully designed restaurant in the Stunning Victoria Peak area with spectacular views. To add to this flavor is the live Jazz music one is treated too. Perfect for a family outing, there is a choice of food from all parts of the world, be it Italian, Thai, Indian, Mughlai, Chinese, Japanese or American. The helpings especially of the salad are generous. An additional feature is an area for children to play in.
hong-kongCaprice
This restaurant in the Four Seasons Hotel is a specialty French restaurant where reservations are a must. The renowned Chef Vincent Thiery personally supervises the kitchen to create delicious French specialties. The décor is a great blend of modern and classic. Chinese and international art adorn the walls. The view of Victoria Harbor adds to the delicate flavors. The capelli pasta, scallops or the duck delicacies are suggested. There are fixed priced menus on offer too.
hong-kongGrissini
This restaurant is on two levels with great views of the harbor. In slick style with black furniture, high ceiling and floor to ceiling windows, it offers delicious Northern Italian food with innovative menus. It offers a variety of Italian wines to go with the food.
hong-kongUnkai
This is one of the best Japanese restaurants in Hong Kong. The chef is from Osaka. The décor is elegant yet subtle. Unless very familiar with Japanese food, it may be better to try the fixed menu to savor all the delicacies and specialties.
Hong Kong masjids and Muslim travel
Landmark masjids and prayer-aware notes for visitors planning salah, family movement, and halal-friendly days.
Jamia Masjid
Hong Kong's first Mosque, built in 1850, is the Jamia Masjid in Shelley Street in the Mid Level area of Central district. This Mosque can accommodate up to 400 people.
Kowloon Mosque and Islamic Center
The most famous mosque in Hong Kong is the Kowloon Mosque and Islamic Center. It is at the crossing of Nathan Road and Haiphong Road. The Mosque has 3 storeys, lovely arches, domes and marble grille work. It can hold up to 2,000 worshippers. There are prayer halls, clinic, library and a community center here too.
Masjid Ammar and Osman Ramju Sadick Center
The third Mosque built in recent years is the Masjid Ammar and Osman Ramju Sadick Islamic Centre in an 8 storied building in Wan Chai area. Besides the Masjid on two floors, there is a clinic, library, lecture rooms and a community hall. It can accommodate from 750 to 1400 people.
Cape Collinson
The fourth masjid is at Cape Collinson in Chai Wan.
Where to stay in Hong Kong
Choose where to stay by trip style, from landmark luxury and family bases to central, airport, and neighborhood-led stays.
hong-kongGrand Hyatt Hong Kong
This is a sophisticated business hotel, conveniently situated at the heart of Hong Kong Island, right next to the Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Centre. The Victoria Harbor view is stunning as this is again one of the tallest hotels in Hong Kong. It has direct access to the Tsim Sha Tsui MTR station which is located in its basement. The lobby is palatial, done up in art deco style complete with marble columns, fountains, palm trees and wood paneling, and impeccable interiors. With its charming and professional service standards it is a great choice for international travelers.
hong-kongKowloon Shangrila
This legendary award winning architectural marvel is ideally located on the waterfront in the East side of Tsim shat Sui. It has the enthralling Victoria harbor view in front and the business and shopping hub next door. Once in the hotel, the chaos and bustle of the world's most busy city is left behind and one can loose oneself in the enveloping warmth of the hotel and its renowned service standards.
hong-kongIsland Shangrila
This Hotel is located in the Central district and with its 56 storeys, is the tallest hotel in Hong Kong. The lights of Hong Kong and the Peak and Harbor are unbeatable viewing from the Island Shangrila. It is the final word in luxury and splendor. It has fabulous chandeliers, the finest carpets on its floors, a number of delicate artworks and stylish settings. In fact the walls of the atrium from the 39th to 56th floor have a huge silk Chinese painting done by 40 painters and considered the largest landscape painting in the world. There is a lounge in this area as well as an extremely well equipped old world style library.
hong-kongJW Marriott, Hong Kong
The first Asian flagship hotel of the Marriott group, The JW Marriott was inaugurated in 1989 and is the second in the trio of hotels connected to the finest shopping and dining experiences of the Pacific Place Shopping Mall. This 27 storey hotel again commands a great view of the Harbor, and the greenery of the Peak. It has the MTR station right next to it. Known as a business hotel, it has the best convention and conference facilities. Yet the flawless service standards cater to every whim and give equal attention to relax the traveler, leisure or business. There is wireless access in all public areas.
hong-kongConrad, Hong Kong
The 3rd in the trio of hotels attached to the Pacific Place upmarket shopping and dining mall. This 61 storey hotel was built in 1990. The Hong Kong Park is next door to this stylish luxury hotel, and so is the MTR station. It has easy access to all modes of transport and to sites of interest. The hotel is contemporary in style, but has enough Asian features and traditional touches to soften and give warmth to it.
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Hong Kong Residents
Over 90% of the people of Hong Kong are Chinese with Cantonese background; others are the Hakka Chinese who are mainly the landowners, while Hoklo and Tankla are the fishermen and 'boat people'. There is huge diversity amongst the Chinese themselves in Hong Kong, besides Hong Kong is a confluence of many Asian and western cultures and the younger generation prefers to be associated as Hong Kong residents rather than call themselves Chinese or otherwise. Amongst other Asians, the Indians, Pakistanis and Nepalese are the largest resident population. The large numbers of Philipinos and Indonesians are mainly temporary workers. The great business opportunities attract a huge force from the west and parts of Asia. These people may stay for long periods and hence there is a perpetual inflow of fresh ideas, cultures and vitality giving Hong Kong its ever moving yet very special feel.
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Shopping in Hong Kong
Explore 22 shopping stops, from malls, markets, and book bazaars to fashion streets and souvenir finds.
hong-kongThe open air market
The open air market in Jardine's Crescent has cheap clothes and food items.
hong-kongHappy Valley
Happy Valley on Leighton Road is the place to buy shoes and handbags.
hong-kongSide streets
Side streets of Tsimshatsui also have open markets with cheap wares.
hong-kongPacific Place
Pacific Place is one of the most exclusive and swanky malls in Hong Kong with designer boutiques in its top two floors. It has three luxury hotels connected to it. It is on 88 Queensway, Admirality
hong-kongThe Landmark
The Landmark has all the famous brand names. It also boasts of Hong Kong's only Harvey Nichols store. This is perhaps the most expensive shopping mall of Hong Kong. It is in Central on Des Voeux Road.
Signature sights in Hong Kong
A curated pick of the city's standout sights, led by the strongest editorial recommendations.
Festivals and events in Hong Kong
Plan around 19 festival seasons, public events, Ramadan/Eid periods, book fairs, art cycles, and winter food activity.
hong-kongNew Year
1st January. The English Calendar New Year is celebrated with fanfare, parties and fireworks.
hong-kongThe Ching Ming Festival
The Ching Ming Festival falls on in the third lunar month. It is celebrated to mark the beginning of spring. This is also known as the Tomb Sweeping or Spring Remembrance festival. Ching Ming means clear and bright and on this day ancestors graves are visited and respect given, weeds removed, tombstones touched up and offerings made.
hong-kongTam Kung Festival
Tam Kung Festival falls on the 8th day of the 4th month in Chinese calendar. This is to honor a sea god Tam Yung, and to bless fishermen for safe journeys and happiness. His temple is visited and devotion expressed.
hong-kongYue Laan -The hungry ghost festival
Yue Laan-The hungry ghost festival-(Aug/Sep) This is the festival to appease ghosts who it is believed come down on the earth during this lunar month. Paper money is burnt and offerings given to keep the ghosts appeased and let them go back.
hong-kongHong Kong Music festival
Hong Kong Music festival and Hong Kong Youth Arts festival is held in October every year.
Hong Kong tours and experiences
Heritage walks, food crawls, coastal trips, museum circuits, family days, and guided ideas for an easier day out.
hong-kongThe Gray Line
The Gray Line bus service has its own local sightseeing tours organized daily. These are safe and better for the individual traveler. One can book from most hotels as well as from the Gray Line office directly. The 5 hour program is both in the mornings and evenings. Areas covered are Victoria Peak, Man Mo temple, Aberdeen and Stanley. The price is HK 295 per adult and HK$ 190 for students and children.
hong-kongSplendid Tours and Travel
Like the Gray Line, they also offer day and night city tours. Cruises, trips to Lantau and other areas, historical tours, entertainment tours and others are there to choose from.
hong-kongStar Ferry Harbor tours
There are a number of boat tours as the harbor cruise is a major attraction of Hong Kong. Perhaps the most popular is the one hour cruise by the Star Ferry Company. One can board the ferry at various places. The cost for adults is HK$ 40 and for children it is HK$ 36. The night cruise includes the Symphony of Lights and costs HK$ 85 for adults and 76 for children. The company also offers 2 hour cruises.
hong-kongWater tours
Water tours are the largest for cruises and boat tours. They have a special tour for 2 hrs which covers Noon Day Gun and typhoon shelter. They also have some long tours, during the day, which have a combination of water and land tours. Besides, they also do evening, sunset and night tours.
hong-kongHong Kong Dolphin watch
This is a 4 hour trip to see the natural habitat of the Pink Dolphins which are now endangered. The cruise aims to promote protection of this species. This also includes a bus ride to Tung Chung, a new satellite town. This is only on three days of the week and advance booking is a must. The tour cost is HK$ 320 / 160 for adults/children.
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