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Odd H.'s Hong Kong guide

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The Peak

Take the tram to the lofty heights of Victoria Peak for an amazing view of the city (see The Peak).

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Central’s 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).

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Happy Valley Races

Horseracing below the high-rises: Happy Valley is where Hong Kongers go to play (see Happy Valley Races).

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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).

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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).

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Temple Street Night Market

Kowloon is at its most atmospheric at night. Head up the peninsula to the narrow lanes of Yau Ma Tei for some serious haggling (see Temple Street Night Market).

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Heritage Museum

Near Sha Tin in the New Territories, Hong Kong’s best museum is a must. Splendid high-tech audio-visual displays cover the region’s rich cultural heritage and natural history (see Heritage Museum).

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Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery

In the middle of hilly Lantau Island, Po Lin Monastery is a major destination for devotees and tourists alike. The extraordinary seated Big Buddha image facing the monastery can be seen from miles away (see Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery).

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