In 1841 Hong Kong Island – not much more than ‘a barren island with few houses’ – was ceded to the British. In 1997 negotiations between Britain and China resulted in the handover of Hong Kong back to China. Under the credo ‘one country, two systems’, Hong Kong is now a Special Administrative Region (S.A.R.) of China.
Hong Kong is a dazzling commercial city where east meets west. The lack of space in Hong Kong has led to the largest concentration of tall buildings in the world, even ahead of New York City.
In 1841 Hong Kong Island – not much more than ‘a barren island with few houses’ – was ceded to the British. In 1997 negotiations between Britain and China resulted in the handover of Hong Kong back to China. Under the credo ‘one country, two systems’, Hong Kong is now a Special Administrative Region (S.A.R.) of China.
Hong Kong is a dazzling commercial city where east meets west. The lack of space in Hong Kong has led to the largest concentration of tall buildings in the world, even ahead of New York City.
- Hong Kong sights & attractions
- Map with attractions in Hong Kong
- Hong Kong building list
- Hong Kong facts & figures
Skyline and Symphony of Lights
Hong Kong’s already impressive skyline comes to life each night thanks to the intricately choreographed Symphony…
The Peak
Dubbed Hong Kong’s number one tourist attraction and situated high above the sights of Hong Kong,…
Star Ferry
The Star Ferry has been a regular piece of the fabric of Hong Kong life for…
Man Mo Temple
Hong Kong’s magnificent Man Mo Temple is among the oldest and most well-known temples in the…
Bank of China Tower
Acclaimed by critics as one of the world’s “most outstanding examples of modern architecture”, Hong Kong’s…
Old Bank of China Building
This historical building was once one of the tallest in Hong Kong’s Central district. About the…
HSBC Bank Headquarters
Yet another spectacular skyscraper in Hong Kong’s beautiful skyline, the HSBC (Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking…
Wong Tai Sin Temple
The only temple in Hong Kong that offers facilities for Taoist wedding services, the Wong Tai…
Lippo Centre
Thanks to its distinctive facade, Hong Kong’s Lippo Centre is one of the city’s most iconic…
Court of Final Appeal BuildingOld Supreme Court Building / Legco
A beautiful old structure in the midst of many contemporary buildings, the Court of Final Appeal…
Statue Square
A popular gathering place in the Central district, this picturesque square is surrounded by some of…
Two International Finance CentreTwo IFC
From its completion in 2003 to 2010, the enormous Two International Finance Centre was Hong Kong’s…
Jardine House
This unique skyscraper, built between 1971 and 1973 was once the tallest building in Asia. It…
Nathan Road
The main thoroughfare through Kowloon, Nathan Road has earned the nickname “The Golden Mile”. History Though…
Clock Tower
Located on the southern shore of Tsim Sha Tsui, the Clock Tower is one of Hong…
Kowloon Park
Once the site of a major British military base, Hong Kong’s Kowloon Park became a recreational…
Zoological and Botanical Gardens
More than 125 years old, the Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens were established in 1871….
Mongkok
If you thrive among crowds and lots of bright, glittering lights, you’ll love Hong Kong’s Mongkok…