Early January we explored Tsuen Wan and its surroundings. We started with the big attraction, the Yuen Yuen Institute, which is tucked into the hills just north of the town and a ten-minute taxi ride from Tsuen Wan MTR station (we had planned to take the minibus 81 to Lo Lo Wai, but over 100… Continue reading Yuen Yuen Institute in Tsuen Wan
Category: Sightseeing
Ping Shan Heritage Trail Walk
We decided to travel to Tin Shui Wai (which is on the West Rail line from Hung Hom) to visit the first heritage trail in Hong Kong. It was opened in 1993 is located in the North West New Territories on the fringes of the new town of Tin Shui Wai. Off the train and… Continue reading Ping Shan Heritage Trail Walk
Aqua Spirit Bar
Last week we visited Aqua Spirit for the first time - and I was impressed by it. Not only is the view stunning, but the service is great and not too pushy. The bar is on the 30th floor of 1 Peking Road and has dramatic windows overlooking the harbour and the sparkling city skyline.… Continue reading Aqua Spirit Bar
First visit to the Wishing Tree in Tai Po (Part 2)
After we visited the real and old Wishing Tree, we walked around the little village and visited the little temple. On our way back to the car we noticed an interesting alley with small trees and branches lined up next to it – to which rows of tangerines were attached. Initially I thought these were… Continue reading First visit to the Wishing Tree in Tai Po (Part 2)
First visit to the Wishing Tree in Tai Po (Part 1)
After our visit to the Kadoorie Farm, we went to visit the famous Wishing Tree in Tai Po. The Wishing Tree is in Lam Tsuen Village, Tai Po, New Territories. The tree is very famous for fulfilling wishes – but the tree is also very old. Tradition was to tie one's wish (written on a scroll)… Continue reading First visit to the Wishing Tree in Tai Po (Part 1)
First visit to Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden
One Sunday, my colleague Loretta invited me to a day trip with her husband Quincy - and she suggested to go to Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden in the New Territories as they've also never been and heard it's nice. Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden is set in a valley cut into the north slopes… Continue reading First visit to Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden
Jade market in Mong Kok
At the Jade Market in Mong Kok, Kowloon, hawkers sell various shades and qualities of the precious stone. To the Chinese, jade has a spiritual value for warding off evil. Stones carved into different shapes can represent wealth (deer), good fortune (tiger) and power (dragon). The market is open from 10am to 3.30pm, every day.… Continue reading Jade market in Mong Kok
Ladies market in Mong Kok
Located in the heart of Mong Kok District, the section of Tung Choi Street between Argyle Street and Dundas Street is known by the locals as "Ladies Market" or "Women's Street". Something of a misnomer, “Ladies Market” was so called to distinguish it from “Mens Street” which is now Temple Street Night Market. The market… Continue reading Ladies market in Mong Kok
Bird market in Mong kok
Next to the Flower Market is the Bird Market. It is called the Yuen Po Street Bird Garden and hence you can guess the location, it’s on Yuen Po Street. This charming Chinese-style garden is the favoured gathering place of Hong Kong's songbird owners, who carry their beloved pets around in intricately carved cages. Here… Continue reading Bird market in Mong kok
Flower market in Mong Kok
To visit the Flower Market it’s always better to go in the mornings, than later in the day. Flowers are fresher, and it’s less crowded with tourists in the early hours of the day. Just take the MTR and get off at Prince Edward Station Exit B1. Follow Prince Edward Road West alongside the flyover… Continue reading Flower market in Mong Kok
