HONGKONG DAY 3
March 2, 2009
Golden Bauhinia Square
The imposing Forever Blooming Bauhinia Sculpture and the Reunification Monument
are located on Golden Bauhinia Square outside the Hongkong Convention and Exhibition
Centre on the waterfront in Wan Chai. They mark the most significant occasion in
Hongkong's history - the return of Hongkong to the People's Republic of China and
the establishment of the Hongkong Special Administrative Region on 1 July 1997.
Jumbo Kingdom (Aberdeen)
The famous giant floating Chinese restaurants complex now includes a cafe,
conference and banquet facilities, cultural attractions, a Cooking Academy and exhibits.
Repulse Bay
This crescent-shaped strand of sand is one of the most beautiful beaches
in Hongkong. Adjacent to the beach is an ornate Chinese pavilion with two 10-metre-tall
statues of traditional Chinese deities Kwun Yum and Tin Hau. The nearby Repulse
Bay Complex, built in colonial style, offers upmarket shopping
and dining.
The Peak
Check out the best views of the city's skyline and harbour from the Lugard Road
Outlook, Lions View Point Pavilion, the viewing terrace at Peak Galleria, and the
Peak Tower Sky Terrace. There's also a wide range of shops. You can also enjoy spectacular
dining experiences at various restaurants offering fabulous views over the harbour.
And be sure to drop by Madame Tussauds Hongkong for an engrossing interactive entertainment
experience.
Ocean Park
The park features thrill rides as well as amazing aquarium exhibits and
performances by various sea creatures. A cable car system links the lowland and
headland sections, offering spectacular views en route. It is now home to two cuddly
new residents! Giant panda cubs Ying Ying and Le Le are gifts from the Central government
to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the HKSAR. They join long-time
residents An An and Jia Jia that were presented to Hongkong back in 1999. The whole
family will enjoy Skyfair, a thrilling balloon ride where you can soar more than
100 metres into the air for a breathtaking view of the majestic south side of Hongkong.
Other popular additions have been the Sea Jelly Spectacular, Abyss Turbo Drop, the
Mine Train, Amazing Amazon and the Flying Swing.
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