The territory of Hong Kong is an assortment of sky-high views, adventures, shopping, night life and arguably the most breathtaking cityscape on Earth. Hong Kong is traveler’s paradise and it offers many exclusive, elusive attractions and adventures to explore. The name Hong Kong translates as “fragrant harbor” is where old China mingled with rest of the world for trade. The place still withholds its blend of old world charm and modernity. There is a multitude of places and activities for interests in Hong Kong. Here is a list of major tourist attractions in Hong Kong.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Disney Land
Discover your inner child by indulging in the fun activities of ‘the happiest place on earth’. This Disney theme- park and resorts are located in Penny’s Bay, Lantau Island. The activities and adventure in the park are designed around seven themes such as Adventureland, Grizzly Gulch, Main Street, U.S.A., Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Mystic Point, and Toy Story Land. The theme park’s cast members and guides speak Cantonese, English, and Mandarin.
Ngong Ping 360
Experiencing and exploring Hong Kong with a bird’s eye view is breathtaking. The Ngong Ping 360; an aerial tramway on Lantau Island is the one that offers you this amazing experience. This tramway is a major crowd puller and has revolutionized the tourism in Lantau Island. The cable car ferries the passengers from Ngong Ping Island to Tung Chung Island; giving them glimpses into the cultural and spiritual veracity of the Ngong Ping area. After the cable car ride, you can explore Ngong Ping Village that has tourist attractions like traditional Chinese architecture, an assortment of shopping and dining experiences, walking with Buddha, the Monkey’s Tale Theatre and the Ngong Ping Tea House.
Madame Tussauds
When you visit Hong Kong make sure that you don’t miss this wax wonderment. This wax museum in Hong Kong is as majestic and graceful as the one in London with over 100 incredibly lifelike wax figures and 10 interactive zones.
Tian Tan Buddha
This imposing statue on Lantau Island is the biggest sitting Buddha statue built outdoor. Tian Tan Buddha is perched atop the peak of Mount Muk Yue. The statue was built-in 12 years by Po Lin Monastery using pure bronze and it symbolizes the peace on earth, the stability of Hong Kong and prosperity of China. This remarkable effigy is a valuable heritage to Buddhism and mankind. The Big Buddha Statue attracts numerous local as well as overseas tourists every year and has become a major landmark in Hong Kong,
Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens
When are weary after exploring the concrete jungle and magnanimous edifices; you can unwind and refresh by visiting the rich flora and fauna of Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens. The Zoo is a green haven in the city and offers solace to every visitor. The Zoo is home to many exotic and endangered species like Blue Macaw, Blacksmith Plover, Zebra Dove, Scarlet ibis, Hornbill, American Flamingo, Bornean Orangutan, Siamang, Ruffed Lemur and much more.