Insider's HONG KONG Travel Guide » Hong Kong Attractions http://www.insiderhongkongtravelguide.com Hong Kong Travel Guide from a local perspective Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:27:08 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Weekend stay in Cheung Chau Island http://www.insiderhongkongtravelguide.com/cheung-chau-island/ http://www.insiderhongkongtravelguide.com/cheung-chau-island/#comments Fri, 05 Dec 2008 16:00:03 +0000 admin http://www.insiderhongkongtravelguide.com/?p=676 Cheung Chau Island is a famous getaway place for locals, backpackers and tourists. It is a peaceful yet vibrant island, which water sports and seafood, is the main attractions. It is accessible by ferry and it is about 45 minutes from the Hong Kong Island.
There are great chalet houses and local teenagers love to spend their holidays there with their friends while we can also see others organizing family outings and barbeque along the beach and chalet houses.
Cheung Chau Bun Festival is one of the main festivals there and it attracts many locals and tourists during that period of time. There are many competitors who will take part in the festival to fight for the auspicious bun. The event starts exactly at midnight when the gong is sounded, and these strong and young men will start climbing the 60-foot tower, hoping to snatch the crowning bun. By achieving that, it is believed to bring the best of good fortune throughout the year.
Other than that, they also serve great seafood, live and fresh from the waters around the island. It is definitely a  great and affordable relaxation an chill-out place for the youngsters and backpackers.

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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.

The Peak is accessible most commonly by the Peak Tram for visitors and tourists, while only the residents of the Peak are allowed to drive their cars into the private roads.  The lower terminus is only a 10 minutes walk from the J2 exit of the Central MTR station, while you can also take Bus 15C from the Star Ferry Pier.  Tram tickets can be purchased in cash or with the Octopus Card, and there is also a special package ticket that you can purchase which entitles you access to the Sky Terrace. From the Sky Terrace, you can see the whole Hong Kong Island in 360 degrees and you can even see some of the smaller islands around Hong Kong!

There are many shopping outlets and dining spots inside the Peak Galleria. It is definitely a great experience shopping and dining at Victoria Peak with great views onto the city and the harbor.

You can also visit Madame Trussauds’ wax museum that houses many famous Hong Kong artistes as well as Hollywood stars.

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