Statue Square This square is an amalgamation of Hong Kong's contemporary architecture that reaches its most spectacular

Statue Square

 

            This square is an amalgamation of Hong Kong's contemporary architecture that reaches its most spectacular

            manifestation in the designs of the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation and the Bank of China Tower .

            The most significant feature of the HSBC building is that it has been designed without a central core, a feat of

            structural engineering blended with the ultimate in aesthetic principles. The Bank of China Tower became a much-

            debated conversation piece following its construction, largely because of the asymmetrically - designed pinnacle that

            acquires differing perspectives depending on one's vantage point.

            Transport: MTR Central station, exit K

           

            Hong Kong consists of four sections, Kowloon, Hong Kong Island, the New Territories and the Outlying Islands.

            Kowloon and the New Territories form part of the Chinese mainland to the north of Victoria Harbour. Hong Kong

            Island, containing the central business hub, lies on the southern side of the harbour facing Kowloon. The Outlying

            Islands comprise a composite of 234 islands.

            Attractions

 Victoria Peak

 

            Much of the pleasure derived from a trip to Victoria Peak lies in the journey to its summit. The funicular railway or

            peak tram has steadily made its way up the mountain since 1888. Energetic travellers can scale the real peak that

            extends 140m (459ft) above the tram terminus. From the top, marvellous vistas open out onto central Hong Kong

            and across to Kowloon. Victoria Peak used to serve as a hill station in colonial times and later became the location

            of exclusive summer homes. Today it is a popular tourist spot offering a cooler perspective from which to

            contemplate the pleasures of travel to the region. The Peak Tower on the summit houses numerous attractions,

            like a Ripley's Believe it or not 'Odditorium', shops and restaurants.

            Telephone: 2522 0922 (Peak Tram); Website: www.thepeak.com.hk; Transport: Take the Peak Tram from

            Garden Road or bus 15C. There is also a shuttle bus (daily 9am to 7pm) that departs from Star Ferry Terminal;

            Opening time : The Peak Tram runs every day, including Sundays and public holidays, between 7am and midnight.

            The tram departs every 10 - 15 minutes; Admission: Tram fares are HK$22 for a single and HK$33 return (adults)

           

 Hong Kong Disneyland

 

            The fifth Disneyland Resort in the world, but also the smallest, Hong Kong Disneyland offers a magical adventure

            in four themed lands similar to other parks, namely Main Street USA, Fantasyland, Adventureland and

            Tomorrowland. Mickey Mouse welcomes visitors of all ages to the happiest place on Earth, which also includes

            attractions exclusively designed for Hong Kong. Particular care has been taken to incorporate Chinese culture into

            the design, such as a feng shui layout, and the omission of the number four in the numbering of floors in each of

            the two hotels. In addition to the numerous rides and various events and attractions, shops sell Disney souvenirs

            and restaurants offer a variety of food throughout the park.

            Address: Lantau Island; Website: www.hongkongdisneyland.com; Transport: MTR Disneyland Resort Line;

            Opening time : Daily 10am to 8pm; Admission: Regular day: HK$295 (adults), HK$210 (children 3 - 11); Peak days

            and Special days: HK$350 (adults), HK$250 (children 3 - 11)