Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China. It was a British colony until 1997, when it was handed over to China. Under the principle of "One Country, Two Systems," Hong Kong has a high degree of autonomy and maintains its own legal system, government, and economy. However, China maintains control over Hong Kong's defense and foreign affairs. Hong Kong's 2019 population was 7,500,700.
The Great Wall of China is one of the world's most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a series of fortifications made of stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials. The Great Wall of China is generally built along an east-to-west line across the historical northern borders of China.
Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery is a famous Buddhist temple located in the New Territories region of Hong Kong. Despite its name, the temple complex actually contains over 13,000 Buddha statues, each one unique in its pose and expression.
Ocean Park Hong Kong is a marine mammal park, oceanarium, animal theme park and amusement park. It is situated in Wong Chuk Hang and Nam Long Shan in the Southern District of Hong Kong.
Lamma Island is the third-largest island in Hong Kong, located to the southwest of Hong Kong Island. It is known for its relaxed and laid-back lifestyle, beautiful beaches, hiking trails, and seafood restaurants.
Lantau Island is the largest island in Hong Kong, located at the mouth of the Pearl River. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a range of attractions and activities. Its population was 105,000 in 2011.
Chi Lin Nunnery is a Buddhist nunnery located in Diamond Hill, Kowloon, Hong Kong. It was built in the style of Tang Dynasty architecture and features wooden architecture, bonsai trees, and lotus ponds. The nunnery was opened to the public in 2000 after six years of construction.
Po Lin Monastery is a Buddhist monastery located on Ngong Ping plateau, on Lantau Island in Hong Kong. It is one of the most famous and important Buddhist temples in Hong Kong, and is renowned for its grandeur and serene environment.
The Leshan Giant Buddha is a 71m tall stone statue, built between 713 and 803, depicting Maitreya. It is carved out of a cliff face that lies at the confluence of the Min River and Dadu River in the southern part of Sichuan province in China, near the city of Leshan.
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. It is located in the center of Beijing, China, and now houses the Palace Museum.
Victoria Peak, also known as Mount Austin, and locally as The Peak, is a mountain in Hong Kong that rises to a height of 552 meters (1,811 feet) above sea level. It is located on the western half of Hong Kong Island, and is a major tourist attraction known for its stunning panoramic views of the city and its iconic skyline.
Ladies' Market, located in the bustling district of Mong Kok in Hong Kong, is a famous street market known for its extensive selection of affordable clothing, accessories, souvenirs, and more. Despite the name, it offers items for all genders and ages, though it earned its moniker because it originally focused on women’s clothing and accessories.
Beijing, also known as Peking, is the capital city of the People's Republic of China. It is located in the northern part of the country and is one of the most populous cities in the world, with a population of over 21 million people.
Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum, also known as the Terracotta Army Museum, is a significant archaeological site located in the Lintong District of Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, China. The Terracotta Army or the "Terracotta Warriors and Horses" is a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China.
Ngong Ping 360, which consists of a cable car journey and a themed village, is one of the must see attractions in Hong Kong travel, including Tian Tan Buddha and Po Lin Monastery. Close to the Hong Kong International Airport and only a few minutes' walk from Tung Chung MTR Station, Ngong Ping 360 is conveniently located at Tung Chung on Lantau Island.
Tibet is an autonomous region located in the southwestern part of China covering much of the Tibetan Plateau spanning about 2,500,000 km2 (970,000 sq mi). The population of the region is 3,180,000 per estimates taken in 2014. Lhasa or Chengguan is a district and administrative capital of Lhasa City in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China.
Temple Street Market is the largest night market in Hong Kong. Once a popular entertainment known as Poor Man's Night Club, the Temple Street Night Market is the last remaining example in Hong Kong.
Tianmen Mountain National Park is located in Zhangjiajie, the northwestern part of Hunan Province, China. Tianmen Mountain Road - At just under 6.2 miles in length, the route boasts a total of 99 turns and 3,937 feet in elevation gain.
Shibaozhai Pagoda is a notable and unique architectural structure located in Zhongxian County, which is now part of Chongqing Municipality in southwestern China. The pagoda is known for its stunning location along the Yangtze River and its distinctive design, as it appears to be a wooden pagoda built into the side of a sheer rock hill.
