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Kowloon
Attractions
Kowloon is one
of the four main areas of the Hong Kong Special
Administrative Region, others being Hong Kong Island, which is regarded
as the financial center of the city; the New Territories, which is
considered the farm belt of the city; and the Outlying Islands, which
holds attractions such as the Lamma Island and the Lantau Island.
Literally
meaning 'nine dragons,' the bustling urban area of Kowloon consists of
three sections such as Kowloon Peninsula, New Kowloon, and Victoria
Harbor. The best known part of the Kowloon is the tip of Peninsula
facing the Hong Kong Island.
Kowloon is located to the south
of Hong Kong Island in Northern Hong Kong, and includes five of the 18
districts of Hong Kong, among which most prominent are Kowloon City and
Yau Tsim Mong. Others are Kwun Tong, Sham Shui Po, and Wong Tai Sin.
Primarily
a residential area, Kowloon City is developed on the site of the old
age Kowloon Walled City built during the period of the Song Dynasty. Al
though a smaller district in terms of land area, Yau Tsim Mong is one
of the busiest business areas in Hong Kong. The name of this district
has been derived from the three significant areas of Hong Kong such as
Yaumati, Mong Kok, and Tsim Sha Tsui.
When comes to
attractions, Kowloon provides a great number of options for visitors
touring the destination. Of which some of them are
Kowloon
Park - which has to its credit an incredible array of
attractions such
as indoor heated over sized swimming pool, leisure pool connected by a
number of waterfalls, an expansive Chinese Garden, a Children 's
playground, and above all, an open air sculpture museum which exhibits
works done by local as well as overseas sculptors.
Yuen
Po
Street Bird Garden - This is a must-visit destination for
bird lovers.
The focal point of this garden is a variety of songbirds in exquisitely
crafted bamboo cages. The bird garden is open daily from 7 hrs to 21
hrs.
Kowloon
Walled City Park - This is one of the newest parks
in Hong Kong. The park is designed in a classical style Chinese garden,
which is well manicured and consists of man made hills, bonsai, and
beautiful ponds and streams. Highlights also include beautiful paths,
flower gardens, playground, and pavilions.
Nathan
Road - Also
referred to as the 'Golden Mile of Kowloon,' Nathan Road is a busy area
brimming with upscale hotels, shops, and food stalls. One of the most
prominent areas in the road is the Park Lane Shopper 's Boulevard,
which is home to more than 50 shops.
Jade
Market - As the name
indicates, Jade Market is a great area to shop jade items. But, it is
recommended to take a specialist with you for shopping jade items.
Mong
Kok - For shopping electronic items such as CDs and mobile
phone
accessories at bargain prices, no other destinations would be better
than Mong Kok.
Wong
Tai Sin Temple - A visit to Kowloon would be
incomplete without taking a tour to this temple, which is reminiscent
of a hermit who was well-known for his healing powers. A Chinese
pharmacy can also be found within the temple. Nearby areas of the
temple is filled with fortune tellers.
Other not to miss
attractions in Kowloon are Tsim
Sha Tsui, an area that is much famed
for high class fashion stores; Kowloon
Tong, a station within the local
train network and whose prime attraction is an elegant as well as
stylish mall with more than 200 shops; Night Market, which
becomes
exuberant as the sun goes down and consists of a number of open air
eateries serving sumptuous cuisines; and Ladies' Market, a
popular area
exclusively for shopping ladies' clothing and cosmetics. Above all,
stupendous is the nightlife of Kowloon, with an array of bars and
restaurants.
In fact, Kowloon is one of the most magnificent
destinations in Hong Kong. Hence, the area boasts of a number of
accommodation choices to satisfy every level of travelers from budget
conscious to well-heeled. Dining options available here are truly
incredible, with a variety of cuisines including Japanese, Italian, and
Cantonese delicacies.
Author:
WJaegel
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