Things to see and do Kowloon Peninsula 九龙

Here is undoubtedly one of the most interesting museums in the city. Built in 1975, it traces Hong Kong's history in several aspects: geological, economic, fauna and flora, people, customs… We will also note the screenings of small films for certain themes (in mini-cinema) which makes it a perfect place for children. Finally, some beautiful archeological and ethnographic pieces as well as old photos complement the collection. There are also reconstituted daily life scenes. An informative and playful visit for all ages.

A particularly atmospheric market, with stands occupying the pavement and full of ready-to-wear men, gadgets, watches, sunglasses, luggage… The whole thing is cheap and negotiable: the opportunity to buy souvenirs, between the «I love Hong Kong» T-shirts and other local admirers.

This "mountain temple" (as indicated by the characters above the door) built in 2000 reflects religious architecture under the Tang Dynasty (th-century). Buddhism was at its peak in China. The building is entirely wooden. The épis of its fin-shaped roof symbolize the dragon in the water and protect the potential fire site. The first Buddha statue is accompanied by one of its protectors, Vanda, which controls wind, rain, storm and light. In the second court, the statue on the right represents the head of medicine, the one on the left represents the god of Compassion, one of the most révérées deities by the Chinese. Note the absence of incense sticks in the main chapel housing Buddha and his disciples. The faithful, when entering the temple, must not be decentralized by material objects. This temple, as its name indicates, houses Buddhist bonzesses.

Undoubtedly one of Hong Kong's most beautiful views, the sky 100 rises to 484 metres above sea level and is part of the very closed circle of the 10 tallest buildings in the world. You can't miss this building built in 2012 on the outskirts of Victoria Harbour, whose flamboyant silhouette at sunset doesn't go unnoticed. It has 118 floors and also houses the highest 5-star hotel in the world. Enjoy a unique 360-degree experience in the panoramic space on the 100th floor, where the panorama is breathtaking, whatever the angle of view! Located 393 metres above the sea, the observatory will offer you sunset on Hong Kong Bay or the enchantment of Hong Kong's sparkling skyscrapers at nightfall. Reaching the 100th floor is already an experience in itself since the elevator travels this distance in 1 minute. There is an interactive sky100 mobile application and a multimedia space that showcases visitors and the skyscraper. The area also has a café and a souvenir shop.

Faced with the cultural center, marked by Hong Kong's movie stars (see the statues of Bruce Lee, Anita Mui or mcdull) in the image of Los Angeles, it runs along the seafront. It offers a spectacular panorama of Hong Kong Bay, more at night, and leads to the Hung Hom area east. Every night, at 8 p. m., a show of sound and light is organized along the seafront. The tourist office named it The Symphony of Lights. Laser rays emerge from skyscrapers on both sides of the harbor. This magnificent spectacle is all the more remarkable since it was very difficult to grant all participants and owners of competing buildings each other.

By leaving Prince Edward Station, the flower market brings flowers from all over the world. It is the pleasure of orchids and bonsai lovers. As for the photogenic garden of birds, residents of a certain age expose their beautiful strains. The amateurs also come to get supplies of giant grasshoppers or buy finely kk cages.

Built in 1921, this 45 m high clock tower is the last remaining vestige of the old Kowloon-Canton colonial station moved to Hung Hom's quarter in 1975. It faces the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, near the Star Ferry pier.

A time specializing in women's clothing, unlike Temple Street that sold only for men's clothes, this market now resembles its Homologue Ma Tei counterpart. It focuses on cheap clothing, fantasy jewellery and accessories, and plays elbows early in the afternoon.

With a sports complex, the park occupies 14 ha in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui. In the past, it was the seat of the Whitfields Barracks, the residences of the English and Indian soldiers of the Raj army. A mosque opens the entrance to the park on Nathan Road. This large white marble building for green domes houses the Islamic Centre in Kowloon. The mosque is open to individual visitors only on special leave. It was rebuilt in 1984 and was rebuilt in 1896 by the Muslim troops of the British Army of India. The Hongkong Muslim community is 50 000 persons, about half of whom are made up of Chinese Muslims. Inside the park, the Sculpture Walk, an outdoor route, is littered with sculptures from local artists. There is also a aviary, a water plan, a labyrinth, a planté paddock and Chinese gardens. In winter, as part of "Sound in the Park", amateur musicians play for free.

Built in 1266, it is the oldest temple in Hong Kong territory. On the right, a trail leads to a rock, placed under glass to protect it, with an inscription of 108 Chinese characters engraved in 1274 to mark the visit of an official.

The peak of this natural park, 6,15 km ², is the High Junk Peak (344 m). For hikers, the park can be reached by following a hiking trail beginning at Tseung Kwan O on Clearwater Bay Road. It includes the two beaches of Clearwater Bay, Temple Tin Hau, and a golf club: the Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club, the course of which extends over the entire promontory of the peninsula. The club also features a swimming pool (open from April to November) as well as tennis, badminton and squash courts.