Brief Overview of Attractions

As far as attractions go, some are ancient, such as Man Mo Temple on Ladder Street in Western District,
Hong Kong's oldest - and one of its most important - places of worship. Others are relatively new, such as
Wong Tai Sin in Kowloon. Some of Hong Kong's most modern attractions are, in fact, dedicated to ancient
religions. The serene, mystical Big Buddha sitting on a plateau on Lantau Island, and at 8 feet high the
world's largest bronze outdoor seated Buddha was only opened to the public in 1990. One of the most
popular attractions is Victoria’s Peak located high above Hong Kong Island on the 'back of the Dragon' and
provided magnificent harbor and city views. The Peak also offers visitors a multitude of fantastic
entertainment, dining and shopping options.

Colonial attractions include the Cenotaph & Statue Square where you can find City Hall (also a concert hall
and theatre), the Former French Mission Building, the Fringe Club, the Government House and even Hong
Kong Tramways. Sheung Wan & Western is Hong Kong's most typical traditional "Chinatown" area and is
always teeming with activity. Vibrant Western is a hive of shophouses, exotic markets and steep "ladder"
lanes. Important modern landmarks include Happy Valley & Sha Tin Racecourses, Bank of China Tower,
Central Plaza, Cheung Kong Center, and Exchange Square.