Let’s cut to the chase: Hong Kong is one of the exciting places to visit in the world. The lively markets, historical landmarks, and mouth-watering delicacies will surprise you. Here are 3 things you must try when you visit the city.
Visit the Victoria peak
The peak offers incredible views of the most magnificent skylines and will literally take your breath away. At night, the view is simply jaw-dropping while on a clear day you can see the surrounding islands. The locals refer to it as `the peak’ because it’s the highest point in Hong Kong island.
Here, visitors can get a 270-degree view of the majestic city. For the best possible view, you should get to the anvil-shaped tower. And if you love to hike, you can go round the 3.5-kilometer circle walk. You also get an eye-birds view of skyscrapers.
Being one of the highest points in Hong Kong island, it was used by incoming cargo ships in the 19th century. The dizzying incline travels up to 1300 feet and will simply blow your mind.
Hong Kong Spas
Most people call Hong Kong a city that never sleeps- and it’s for a good reason. If your neck feels stiff or your feet are killing you, don’t worry. One unique thing about this beautiful city is that there are many spas. And the best part is that you don’t need to spend your fortune in an indulging treatment.
The practitioners use techniques that are closely related to western massage. They usually focus on specific areas to relieve pain from sore muscles while improving blood flow. One of the best places to enjoy Hong Kong spas is the Ha-lite. Here, you can enjoy the best lunchtime foot massage without breaking your bank.
If you need firm kneading you can take advantage of the affordable reflexology spa. Another famous place is the Sparkle. It’s located in the heart of the city. Here, therapists offer world-class spa using the latest techniques. You can get facial, foot, or full body spa.
Take a trip on the Star Ferry
The Star Ferry is more than just a means of transport- it’s an icon for the city. It’s considered an integral part of the city’s history. While there are rail lines that criss-cross the Victoria Harbor, the vessel remains the unbeatable way of catching the glimpse of the
city.
The ferry is mostly used to transport guests between Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula. What’s more, it provides the most scenic route which gives amazing photo opportunities, especially at night. In addition to that, it offers a beautiful recreation of ferries used in the 1920s.
Once you step aboard on the double-decker of the star, you’ll enjoy magnificent skyscrapers and the calm waters of Victoria Harbor. Plus, every night there is a light show of dancing lights and music from skyscrapers. Better still, the seats on the front and rear can be flipped to allow for the best of the view. According to national geographic, star ferry one of the fifty places of a lifetime.
Final thoughts
Hong Kong is a vibrant city famous for scenic attractions and impressive skyline. It’s no doubt that first-time visitors may be overwhelmed by the sheer number of attractions. When you visit the city you’ll learn there is more than what meets the eye.
