DK Travel : Hong Kong

“A dream of Manhattan, arising from the South China Sea.” For succinctness, modern travel writer Pico Iyer’s description of Hong Kong has yet to be bettered. From opium port to Cold War enclave to frenetic financial capital, Hong Kong has never been boring. This is the hedonistic engine room of cultural fusion: East meets West in high style, and the results astonish and delight. Prepare to experience one of the most dramatic urban environments ever conceived.

Stanley

A former fishing village, Stanley was one of the largest towns on the island before the British arrived and placed a fort on its strategic peninsula. Relics from both eras remain, but Stanley’s many excellent seafront restaurants and its extensive market are justifiably the main draws for visitors (see Stanley).
Stanley

An old fort steeped in colonial history and reminders of World War II, Stanley on the Southside of Hong Kong Island is a peaceful diversion from the frenetic city (see Stanley).
Stanley Market

Full of tourists of the badge-sporting, flag-following variety. If you’re not claustrophobic, join the hordes thronging the narrow lanes to gorge on tacky rubbish. (see Market)
Star Ferry

Ignore the subterranean road and rail links between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. The thrilling way to cross the water is on the Star Ferry (see Star Ferry).
Star Ferry Pier before Demolition

Star Ferry Pier was originally situated in front of the City Hall and adjacent to the Victoria Harbour and has always been a great part of everybody (whether live here or travel here)'s memory which cannot be wiped. The sound ofis the Bell Tower which rings every 15 minutes and hour and has been a symbol of Central Promenade for decade. It broke everybody's heart when the Government has decided to demolish it to give way to Highway to ease traffic and has ignored the history and culture which has linked to everybody's heart since they were born. The new pier now sit is nothing to compare with the old one and we can only live with our memory for the rest of our life.
Star House

Top place for computers, software and all things geeky. Don’t be afraid to bargain.
Statue Square

Hong Kong Island’s northeast is the region’s administrative centre. Colonial remnants and exciting modern architecture stand next to each other around Statue Square (see Central’s Statue Square).
Steamed Whole Fish

In Hong Kong, fish is almost always dressed very simply, using only peanut oil, soya sauce, coriander and chives. To maximize freshness, restaurants keep live fish in tanks, killing and preparing them to order.
Steamers

Make merry at Sai Kung’s most stylish pub, a big improvement on the dingy, windowless Newcastle Pub of its former life. Great for people-watching.
Stoep, Lantau

Good Mediterranean and South African fodder on one of Lantau’s loveliest beaches. Try the tapas-style dishes or the cold Cape-style curried fish.

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Restaurant price categories

For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal) and extra charges.
- under HK$100
- HK$100-250
- HK$250-450
- HK$450-600
- over HK$600