The Street of Lazy Pedestrians
Such a funny name was given to the three-kilometer escalator, which is located in the center of Hong Kong — its lower end is located near the harbor, and the upper end — in Soho. The common name by which this "street" is still known is Mid-levels.
"Street" leads from the area of the World Trade Center in the residential areas of Victoria Peak, and on the way you may not once have the desire to get off the route — so many stores and cozy cafes are along the "route". By the way, the escalator moves very slowly, so you can safely arrange yourself an alternative to a walking tour and leisurely view the boiling daily life of Hong Kong from the inside. What's more, this treat is completely free.
Wong Tai Sin
Be sure to visit this most famous temple in Hong Kong. Wong Tai Sin attracts not only with its architecture and interior decoration (the Nine Dragons Wall and the Garden of Good Wishes are particularly interesting), but also with the opportunity to take part in a temple ritual yourself.
It is a traditional divination practice "kau chim". To do this, you need to light a scented stick in the temple, kneel at the altar, ask a question or formulate a request and shake a cylinder with sticks of fate until one of them falls out. Then take a piece of paper with the same number as the one on your wand and read the fortune.
Opening hours: 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. all year round and around the clock on Lunar New Year's Eve
Wetland Park
The park will appeal to ecotourism enthusiasts and those who like to spend a couple of hours in nature. The Wetlands Park not only contains plants characteristic of the ecosystem, but also a variety of animals, fish and birds, reptiles and amphibians, which can be observed in their natural habitat. The park's attractions include exhibition galleries, a theater, a gift store and an indoor playground.
Hong Kong Cultural Center
This is, without too much modesty, a real treasure trove of the region. It houses exhibits that tell the story of the development of art in Hong Kong from ancient times to the present. Calligraphy, paintings, jewelry, ceramics and textiles, engravings and antiques, and, of course, works by contemporary artists are unlikely to leave anyone indifferent.
Lantau Island
Here you can take a break from the hustle and bustle of a huge metropolis and plunge into the atmosphere of peace and tranquility. However, you will not be bored here either: on Lantau Island there is a statue of the Sitting Buddha, Po Lin Monastery, Hong Kong Disneyland, Cantonese village on the water Tai-O, Ngong Ping Plateau with a stunning view of the island and excellent beaches. And you can also see the rarest pink dolphins here — a boat trip is organized from Tsim Sha Tsui Pier on Kowloon to observe them.
You can reach the island by car, by boat from the terminal at the foot of the IFC2 tower in Central, or by subway.
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Museum of Optical Illusions
Tired of temples, exhibitions and sightseeing tours? No problem! There is one place in Hong Kong where you are guaranteed a memorable vacation. In the Museum of Illusions you will not only have a great rest, but also get a lot of positive emotions. In its exposition there are more than 70 paintings and sculptures in 3D technique, because of which all of them seem to come to life before your eyes. Here you can become a part of the world's masterpiece, plunge into the world of fairy tales and feel like an adventure hunter.
Manmou Temple
This temple is dedicated to the god of literature Man and the deity of war Mo, which symbolizes the unity of creativity and strength. People of all creative professions pray here, so we suggest you come here too. Colorful statues of deities, incense stoves and a spiritual atmosphere give this small temple a special charm.
The temple is open for visits from 8:00 to 18:00.
Victoria Peak
One of the most popular destinations for visitors to the city, Victoria Peak is not only the highest point on the island, but also a good vantage point for a beautiful view of the harbor with skyscrapers surrounded by emerald green hills.
Tip: come up here a couple of hours before dark, so you can see both the day and evening panoramas at the same time.
Lamma Island
An ideal option for those who want to spend time in nature. It's best to come here for a day on a weekday to take a leisurely stroll along the beach, sample delicious seafood at one of the local restaurants (the island is famous for its fishing industry) and wander around the island enjoying nature. If you are lucky, you may even encounter green sea turtles that nest on the island beaches.
It takes 25 minutes to reach Lamma by high-speed ferry from Central Station.
Ten Thousand Buddha Monastery
The main attraction of this monastery is its 13,000 Buddha statues, none of which are alike! The figures are arranged along the stairs leading up to the monastery, so while you climb all 400 steps, you'll have time to see them all in detail.
Mawan Park
Mawan Park is famous primarily for housing the world's only life-size Noah's Ark. In fact, the Ark houses a museum with an exhibition on the famous biblical story, as well as a treasury and an informative and interactive exhibition on the Great Flood. In the park, you can see figures of all the animals selected by Noah, and the Ark garden offers a beautiful view of the sea.
Star Ferry
For the sake of variety, don't miss the opportunity to see Hong Kong from a different angle, namely from the water. You can either take the Star Ferry and ride with the locals who commute to and from work, or you can add some exoticism and take a ride on a real junk.
Star Ferry ferries depart from pier 7.
Lee Yuen Street
This colorful street is a must-visit for anyone who wants to take away something really worthwhile as a souvenir of Hong Kong. It's full of antique shops and markets offering unique items from figurines and ceramics to furniture and clocks. A real open-air museum!
Lan Kwai Fong District
Want to experience Hong Kong's nightlife? Then Lan Kwai Fong is the place to be. It's recognized as the city's nightlife hub, with plenty of restaurants and bars that offer a light and free atmosphere. You can easily hang out here all night long, bouncing from one place to another.
