A Brief Description
Hong Kong, one of the world's most popular tourist destinations, and a true economic powerhouse, was once just a small fishing village on the edge of the South China Sea.
That all changed in the mid-19th Century when the British arrived, turning this quiet, out-of-the-way village into a modern, vibrant and sparkling jewel of a city that still flourishes today.
In July of 1997, the British (via a long-standing agreement) officially returned control of Hong Kong to China, and it became a Special Administrative Region (or SAR) of China.
In the exchange, China agreed that until 2047, Hong Kong (as is), will enjoy a high degree of autonomy in all matters, except foreign and defense.
Read more about Hong Kong here
A Hong Kong Ferry (worldatlas.com photo)
Facts and Figures
 Name Hong Kong
(long form) Hong Kong SAR
Population 6,900,000
Population & Density (all countries) here
Capital City None, as Hong Kong is a Special Administrative "Region" of China
Currency Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
Currency Converter
here
Languages Chinese (Cantonese), English (both official)
Flag here
National Day October 1
Religions A wide variety of localized beliefs
The incredible skyline of Hong Kong
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Geographic Coordinates
Latitude/Longitude (Hong Kong Island)
22º 15' N, 114º 10' E
Relative Location Hong Kong is located in both the eastern and northern hemispheres. It's positioned in Asia, along the southeast coast of mainland China, and is bordered by Deep Bay, Mirs Bay, the South China Sea, and the country of China.
Land Statistics
Coastline 455 miles (733 km)
Land Areas
(land) 403 sq miles (1,042 sq km)
(water) 19 sq miles (50 sq km)
(TOTAL) 422 sq miles (1,092 sq km)
Land Area (all countries) here
Landforms
Almost all the available land in Hong Kong is quite hilly. There are very steep mountains that drop into the sea, with some exceeding 2,500 ft. (764 m).
The land is lower on the northern edges of Hong Kong Island, and in the north along the border with China. The only major river is the Sham Chun.
 Highest Point Tai Mo Shan - 3,143 ft. (958 m)
 Lowest Point South China Sea - 0 ft. (0 m)
Land Divisions None
Boat security, Aberdeen Fishing Village, Hong Kong
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Recommended Links
Hong Kong (Complete) info on the (GDP)
economy, imports and exports, natural resources, government, population, military, transportation, and more here!
About Hong Kong
here
Hong Kong Airport here
Hong Kong Photos here
Hong Kong Tourism here
Hong Kong Travel Hong Kong Travel guide including Hong Kong Map, Hong Kong Attractions and Tours, Hong Kong Weather, Time in Hong Kong...
Inside China (news) here
China the Beautiful here
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Time and Weather
Climate
Hong Kong weather in spring and summer (May through September) brings hot and very sticky days, with many of those days rainy.
Fall conditions are warm, sunny and pleasant, and popular with tourists.
Winters are milder, but cooler and cloudy; drizzly days are commonplace, with frost possible in the higher elevations.
Traveler Info
Attractions
Hong Kong, one of the world's most sophisticated cities, offers a cultural diversity and natural beauty second to none.
Major tourism magnets include Victoria Peak, "the back of the dragon", the most famous attraction in the City - at Peak tower, the terraces offer spectacular views of the skyline and Victoria Harbor; Ocean Park's marine life, bird aviary and butterfly house; numerous hiking and walking paths; Stanley, and the stunning Tin Hau Temple; the beach at Repulse Bay, and of course the shopping (it's all about the shopping) in Kowloon's "Golden Mile."
From Hong Kong, short journeys with guided tours into mainland China are easy to arrange.
Hong Kong Travel Hong Kong Travel guide including Hong Kong Map, Hong Kong Attractions and Tours, Hong Kong Weather, Time in Hong Kong...
Dialing Code 86, +852
Electricity Hong Kong uses 220 volts AC (50 Hz)
Electrical adapters, products and tips here
Travel Warnings
here
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