What a wildly familiar city, with the fusion of internationalism and Chinese culture, English ubiquitousness, and lots of money, Hong Kong was very similar to Shanghai. The city was ruled by the Brits until the mid-90s, at which point the Chinese government agreed to allow the culture and local government to remain in control for fifty years, and then the PRC would take over. They consider Hong Kong and the rest of China: one government, two systems. The result is a very different and unique culture, including a different currency.
This city completely seduced me and I decided someday I may just need to live here.
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| No overhang restrictions on streets like the U.S. = billboards galore. |
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| Interesting dried goods for any condition. |
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| The buildings are glorious. I loved the graphics on this one. |
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| Skyline view from the highest peak in Hong Kong. |
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| Who knew Hong Kong is home to some of the world's most elite horse racing and cricket. |
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| On our way up to the highest peak. Oh, did I mention we took an elevator all the way up? |
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| Buddhist temple. |
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| Every day we hit up a new market. Hong Kong is home to the world's largest jade market (and designer knock-off market). |
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| I heart you Hong Kong. |
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What a city.
Farewell China; I hope to be back sometime to learn, see, smell, and eat more! |
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