After completing the Wilson Trail we decided to have a break - so there won't be many new hikes being posted over the next weeks (at least until it is a little warmer) but we made one exception. While my parents were visiting, we explored the famous Dragon's Back (which is part 8 of the… Continue reading Hiking: Dragon’s Back to Shek O
Category: HK Island
Chinese New Year 2012: Fireworks over Victoria Harbour
On Tuesday night, day two of the Chinese New Year, are the traditional fireworks over Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong. The fireworks display is huge, almost 25 minutes long, and much more interesting to watch then 'normal' New Year fireworks in Hong Kong. Everyone wants to go and see the fireworks display, so you have… Continue reading Chinese New Year 2012: Fireworks over Victoria Harbour
Chinese New Year 2012: Victoria flower market
Flower markets are a Chinese New Year tradition and of course, we had to visit the largest and biggest one in Victoria Park, Causeway Bay last Sunday, the final day before Chinese New Year. We arrived in the afternoon, and it was already packed and crowded. There were a couple of rows to choose from,… Continue reading Chinese New Year 2012: Victoria flower market
Red Pandas in Ocean Park
Next to the Giant Pandas in Ocean Park live two red pandas. The Latin name of the red panda (Ailurus fulgens) means "fire-coloured cat", on account of its eye-catching russet fur. Slightly larger than a domestic cat, it has reddish-brown fur, a long, shaggy tail, and a waddling gait due to its shorter front legs.… Continue reading Red Pandas in Ocean Park
Giant Pandas in Ocean Park
My favourite attractions in Ocean Park are the Giant Pandas - they are just so amazing to watch! I can't get enough of them. On our team day we spent quite a lot of time in the two panda houses! At the HKJC Giant Panda Habitat (which is the older of the two panda houses)… Continue reading Giant Pandas in Ocean Park
Team day in Ocean Park
Last week we had a team day out in Ocean Park - everyone in Hong Kong really loves Ocean Park and with the large number of attractions (animals and rides) it is no wonder that more people go to Ocean Park than Hong Kong Disneyland. Ocean Park really has so much to offer! We spent… Continue reading Team day in Ocean Park
Incense spirals in the Man Mo temple
I've noticed these incense spirals alllthrough Asia, not just in Hong Kong. They are only one type of incense burning in temples, as there are many more. The most common are incense sticks, but the spirals are very nice to look at. An incense spiral is made entirely of incense, without a bamboo core in… Continue reading Incense spirals in the Man Mo temple
First visit to the Zoological and Botanical Gardens
The Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens are located in the Mid-Levels, on the northern slope of Victoria Peak. It occupies an area of 5.6 hectares and was founded in 1871 as a Botanic Garden. It was renamed in 1975 as Botanical and Zoological Gardens to reflect the increased commitments to zoological exhibits. Bounded by… Continue reading First visit to the Zoological and Botanical Gardens
First visit to the Hong Kong Park
Last Saturday it was raining and cold – not many people were out and about. It was a good time to visit the Hong Kong Park – right in the heart of Hong Kong. It’s a big area, and it includes the Hong Kong Tea Ware Museum, a clock tower, a restaurant, the squash and… Continue reading First visit to the Hong Kong Park
Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware
On Saturday I decided to visit the Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware, which is located in side the Hong Kong Park in Central. It’s open every day (except Tuesdays) and admission is free. The museum is located in a historical building, it was the former office and residence of the Commander of British Forces… Continue reading Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware
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