Hongkong HotelsHong Kong is one of the most densely populated areas in the world. Seven million people live in 415 square miles of the territory of which about 98% are ethnic Chinese originating from the Guangdong Province of the Republic of ChinaHong Kong is an island close to Pearl River on the south eastern coast of China and near the Tropic of Cancer.Its natural harbour is the reason for its importance as a trading centre in South East Asia.There are 234 islands, the largest is Lantau on which the new airport is situated. The smallest are little more than rocks in the magnificent harbour.Being near the equator, the climate is subtropical with the proximity of the sea resulting in cooler temperatures.The rainy season is from June to September and is hot and humid with the risk of an occasional tropical storm.Construction in Hong Kong is heavily influenced by Feng Shui (wind and water beliefs) which is an inspiration in the design of buildings.Feng Shui is the study of the harmonies of location, light, air and water and the alignment of buildings to ensure good luck and harmonious living.These beliefs also affect the internal details such as the positioning of doors, windows, etc.The official languages in Hong Kong are English and Cantonese. Cantonese is spoken most widely but English is the language used in businessMandarin has become more important since Hong Kong transferred from British rule to become a Special Administrative Region of China.Hong Kong has three main religions: Taoism, Confucianism and Buddhism.There are approximately six hundred temples, monasteries and shrines which are mainly Buddhist and Taoist.The largest monasteries are the Po Lin Monastery (which has the world's largest outdoor Buddha) and the Sha Tin Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery.There are also synagogues, mosques, two Christian cathedrals and also temples of the Sikh and Hindu religions.The main styles of Chinese food including cooking from Canton, Peking, Shanghai and Szechuan are widely available.There is also food from other countries all over the world such as India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. Restaurants serving western food and fast food from chains such as McDonald's and Pizza Hut are also popular.
Hongkong Hotels Images 2011
Hong Kong Hotels Images 2011
Hong Kong Hotels Images 2011
Hong Kong Hotels Images 2011
Hong Kong Hotels Images 2011
Hong Kong Hotels Images 2011
Hong Kong Hotels Images 2011
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