Destinations
Of the Month
Hong
Kong has the big city specials like smog, odour and an
insane love of clatter. But it’s also efficient, hushed
and peaceful: the transport network is excellent, the
shopping centers are sublime, and the temples and quiet
corners of parks are contemplative oases. The best thing
about being in Hong Kong is being mixed up and fired by
the confluences and contradictions of a Chinese city with
multi-Asian and Western elements. Hong Kong is divided
into four main areas- Kowloon, Hong Kong Island, the New
Territories and the Outlying Islands. Hong Kong is one of
the world’s shopping capitals.
| Location |
:
Hong Kong SAR, East Asia |
| Visa |
:
Myanmar Passport holders require visa which can be
obtained at the Embassy of China. Visitors
from most countries can enter Hong Kong without a
visa for periods of seven days to six
months, depending on nationality. Check with any
Chinese Embassy of Consulate for the latest
status. |
| Time Zone |
:
GMT/ UTC +8 |
| When to go
|
:
Hong Kong is an all-year-round destination. Weather
wise, October, November and December
are the best. Travel can be difficult during Chinese
New Year in late January or early February. |
|
Currency |
:
Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) |
| Airport Tax |
:
Airport Tax (HKD33) is levied at the ticket. |
| Language |
:
Cantonese and Mandarin are the main languages. English
is also widely spoken. There will be no
problems in communicating with people in most hotels,
restaurants and even some taxis. |
| Electricity |
:
220 volts AC, 50HZ |
| Must visit |
:
Hong Kong Island, Repluse Bay, Tsim Sha Tsui, the Hong
Kong Cultural Centre, the Space
Museum, Victoria Peak and Kawloon. |
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