The central part of this booming metropolis is Victoria, an island in which this fascinating city is situated. The steep terrain in Hong Kong has created a population convergence in only 15% of the land. This accounts for 90% of the residents living in Hong Kong. As a result of this there is no choice but to build upwards and this makes Hong Kong home to some of the world's tallest buildings. Hong Kong is 95% Chinese speaking and has a population of over 6.7 million people. Hong Kong also has its own preserved parkland that covers a large part of Hong Kong's outlaying area.
Perched like an eagle's eyrie high above the incredible harbour and city skyline, wok-shaped Peak Tower offers viewing terraces and theme attractions. The Peak Tower also provides great dining and shopping. This location provides some of the world's most stunning views.
The home of Hong Kong racing since the first meeting was held on a strip of previously malarial marshland in 1846, Happy Valley Racecourse boats world class facilities including a 35 x 8 m Diamond Vision screen that is largest in the world - the equivalent of 2,000 52 cm television sets. To enjoy all action, why not join a "Come Horseracing Tour" The nearby Hong Kong Racing Museum offers a fascinating glimpse of the sport's exciting history. Open 10 am to 5 pm Tuesday to Sunday or 10 am to 12:30pm on race days. Closed Mondays and major public holidays
The old Clock Tower near the "Star" Ferry concourse in Tsim sha Tsui is a landmark from the Age of Steam, when trains arrived here with passengers who had set off from London weeks before on the world's longest railway.
Featured Hong Kong Hotel - The The Excelsior Hong Kong
Located right on the waterfront of Victoria Harbour and adjacent to the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club and Noon Day Gun, The Excelsior is ideally positioned in the hub of the entertainment and commercial district of Hong Kong Island, this ensures it as a preferred hotel choice for both business and leisure travellers.
The hotel's ultimate location on the waterfront of the attractive Victoria Harbour ensures it is close to many amenities with the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre being just five minutes away by motor vehicle, Central - the financial and banking district of Hong Kong is only ten minutes away and a mere forty minutes from the hotel you will find Hong Kong International Airport. In addition the hotel is opposite many public transport options including the MTR (underground railway) station, tram, bus and minibus routes. A stones throw from the hotel you will discover a delightful mix of shops which open daily until 10pm where, you can buy everything from essentials to souvenirs and gifts. To further enhance the hotels ideal location guests will be pleased to find that also on the doorstep is the World Trade Centre, Sogo Department Store, and in extremely close proximity there is Times Square and Lee Garden Shopping Arcade which accommodates in excess of a hundred well-known brands.
The Excelsior holds the title of being the biggest hotel on Hong Kong Island, and consists of 884 guest rooms and suites, a fully equipped business centre and a wide-ranging selection of restaurants and bars providing international cuisine and live entertainment. The hotel is also equipped with a wireless network and 'fibre-to-building' broadband installation that grants speedy and secure Internet connections at speeds of up to 10Mbps in all function rooms, restaurants and guest rooms. All of the guest rooms and suites are pleasingly furnished to accommodate the requirements of business and leisure travellers alike. The large Executive Lounge is offered to all guests staying on the Executive floors. Another pleasing aspect of the hotel is the well-equipped gymnasium, steam and sauna rooms and two air-conditioned indoor tennis courts.
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Featured Hong Kong Hotel - The The Excelsior Hong Kong
