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The southern peninsula of Kowloon is the second largest urban area in Hong Kong. Main road, Nathan Road is 4km in length, running through several districts; Tsim Sha Tsui, Jordan, Yau Ma Tai, Prince Edward, Mong Kok and up to Boundary Road. It is packed with shops, hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, bars etc.

By the water front (Kowloon)

During the ten minutes, it takes the ferry to cross Victoria Harbor from Hong Kong, we can see many famous landmarks including the clock-tower and the Hong Kong Cultural Center, which dominate the waterfront.

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Situated behind the Hong Kong Cultural Center along Salisbury Road. It offers an Omnimax theatre, a space theatre and exhibitions. Take MTR exit to Nathan Road and walk towards to the water-front.

Ocean Terminal

Terminal for passenger cruise ships. It has over 100 shops on two levels, linking with the Ocean Center and Star House to form a huge shopping center. It is not uncommon for shoppers to spend several hours exploring the complex.

Walk to the world famous Peninsula Hotel midway between the underground exit and the Star Ferry. If you can afford the price, you can partake of afternoon tea. You should not miss this unique experience in a wonderful atmosphere.

Colonial style tea room

HK Science Museum

Located at the corner of Science Museum Road and Granville Road, exhibits the technological and scientific progress in different fields of human activity.

Opening hours: 1pm to 9pm Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 9pm Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays.

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Nathan Road

Sometimes known as the Golden Mile, this is the shopping center of Kowloon. Along here you will be approached by touts of all nationalities trying to sell fake Rolex watches, introductions to tailors, electronic and jewellery shops, restaurants and other indescribable delights. It is up to you how you deal with this situation but remember they are all trying to earn a living so a gentle "no thank you" will get rid of all but the most persistent.

In this area you will find every possible shopping opportunity you can imagine from electronics to boutiques, jewellery to instant tailors, where you can have a suit made in 48 hours.

Nathan Road (Tsim Sha Tsui)


Nathan Road (Jordan)

Yau Ma Tei , Jordan , Mong Kok

If you want to explore the local markets and smaller, but just as busy, shopping areas, take the underground to Yau Ma Tei, Jordan or Mong Kok. In each of these areas you will find shops selling all the goods you can buy in Tsim Sha Tsui but at more affordable prices.

There are open-air markets in many of the side streets where cheap but serviceable clothes can be purchased; there are also specialist markets such as the Bird Market, Jade Market, Temple Street night market. It is best to ask for directions if you want to visit any of these markets as most are off the beaten track.

If you have time these areas are well worth a visit after dark. All the street markets and shops are open until late at night and, if you are really adventurous, there are hundreds of small restaurants where you can sample authentic oriental food. The only thing you have to fear is losing your way, which can be quickly remedied by hailing a taxi.

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Wong Tai Sin Temple (MTR: 7.Wong Tai Sin)

The temple is dedicated to the Taoist deity Wong Tai Sin, whom the people called "wishes come true". Packed with worshippers everyday asking for good luck in horse-racing, quick recovery from illnesses etc.

How to make a wish with "Chim"?
1) Make a wish.
2) Shaking the "Chim container". (numbers marked on each bamboo stick)
3) One stick ("chim") will come out.
4) Get the corresponding number's detail of the stick ("Chim").
5) If you like, get someone to interpret. (a fee will be charged for such interpretation.)
(see photo below)

Opening hours: Daily 7am to 5:30pm

front of the temple

Name of the temple

back garden

"Chim"

incense pot

making wishes

Located in Diamond Hill, is a Tong Dynasty style temple. One can see the differences when comparing with the traditional temple particularly their well-maintained bonsai garden.

Main Temple

Kun Yin Tin

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