Pearl of the Orient – Hong Kong Photoblog

Hong Kong is a city of infinite possibilities, it is a place that I hold very dear to my heart not only because it is where my family is from, but also because it is an incredible display of culture and nightlife. I remember when I first set foot in Hong Kong International Airport, after it had been renovated, and saw the lines of people moving efficiently towards waiting taxis and metro terminals. There is something for everyone Hong Kong whether you are looking for bar hopping or just want to relax on the beach.

Residing off the coast of China, Hong Kong established the “One Country, Two Systems” arrangement which eased the transition from British to Chinese rule. The food, people, and culture of Hong Kong are shaped by the city’s landscape, check out the photos below for a look at this bustling city.

Repulse Bay and South Bay Beach
The beach at Repulse Bay
Tin Hau Temple
Entrance to the Tin Hau Temple
Chi Lin Nunnery
Chi Lin Nunnery
3,000 year old tree
3,000 year old tree
Ruins of the Kowloon Walled City
Ruins of the Kowloon Walled City
Tian Tan giant Buddha
Tian Tan giant Buddha
Tian Tan giant Buddha
It was a long way up and it was very crowded
Ocean Park Panda Exhibit
Zookeepers tending to the panda exhibit at Ocean Park
Ocean Park Panda Exhibit
The panda was busy eating
Ocean Park Cable Car Ride
Ocean Park has a long cable car ride that takes you to the other side of the island
Tsz Shan Monastery
Tsz Shan Monastery
Tsz Shan Monastery
There were several activities such as calligraphy practice to try
Tsz Shan Monastery
View of the surrounding islands
Bruce Lee statue at the Avenue of Stars
Bruce Lee statue at the Avenue of Stars
Victoria Harbour
View of Victoria Harbour from The Peak

This Hong Kong Photo Blog has many ideas on things to do on the island of Hong Kong. The best part is that many of them are free!