From the monthly archives: November 2008

The Peak, Hong Kong

by admin on 30 November , 2008 · No Comments

The Peak has one of the most spectacular views in Hong Kong, it is known as Victoria’s Peak. It is also the highest point on the Hong Kong Island. It is very popular among the rich and famous whom have their luxurious homes built on the Peak, while others enjoy its view and entertainment spots. [...]

Hong Kong Tea Culture

by admin on 28 November , 2008 · 1 Comment

Tea culture (Yum Cha) in Hong Kong was deeply rooted. “Yam Cha” literally means “Drink Tea”. It also translates to the common activity practiced by HongKonger visiting tea or dim sum restaurants in the morning to “eat dim sum, drink tea and read newspapers”. Sharing tables with strangers in dim sum restaurants is common during [...]

Peak Tram in Hong Kong

by admin on 27 November , 2008 · 1 Comment

Hong Kong’s Peak Tram is an iconic transportation. It is the easiest way to get up to “The Peak” on Hong Kong Island. In 2008, Peak Tram celebrated its 120th year of service to Hong Kong. In 1881, a Scotsman, Alexander Findlay-Smith found the tramway running between Garden Road and Victoria Gap at the Peak. [...]

MTR-Mass Transit Railway

by admin on 26 November , 2008 · No Comments

MTR is the most common and convenient means of travel within Hong Kong. As there are more cars on the road each day, underground transportation is becoming increasingly popular among local HongKongers. The MTR system is very well developed and connects to other forms of public transport very well, e.g. Buses, Minivans, Light Rail, Train [...]

Ching Ming Festival

by admin on 25 November , 2008 · No Comments

Ching Ming Festival is also known as the Tomb Sweeping Day. It usually lies in the fourth month of the lunar calendar. People visit the tombs of their departed family members and relatives and they will clean up the wild grass and tidy up the tombs. It is also a day for the young ones [...]