Saturday, June 4, 2011

Hong Kong (2008 - 2009)


Hong Kong is a unique fusion of Eastern and Western cultures. Hong Kong Island, the Kowloon Peninsula and the New Territories became part of the British Empire during the 19th Century. In 1997, they were returned to China.

Hong Kong was Asia's top shopping destination during the 1960s and 1970s. The Chinese cuisine in Hong Kong is also one of the best in the world.





Bruce Lee was my childhood idol growing up in the Philippines. It seemed like all the kids in my hometown wanted to learn Kung-fu.




The best way to travel between Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula is by ferry, especially at sunset. 




Tsim Sha Tsui East


Jumbo Floating Restaurant



Hong Kong Harbor Cruise



Old Hong Kong vs. New Hong Kong. I am amazed at the contrast between the new, glittering skyscrapers and the boat people of Hong Kong harbor 
whose way of life has remained unchanged for a century.



Tsim Sha Tsui and Empire Shopping Centers





Owning Hong Kong Gold is very popular in Asia. It has a sterling reputation for purity and some of the individual items are practically works of art. The gold items for sale reminded me the gold items at a Dubai Gold Souk.






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