view from Sonia's house!

Hong Kong

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October 15th 2008
I arrived in Hong Kong and was immediately swept off my feet with Sonia and her family's kindness and generosity. 10 days flew by! Sonia and I did a lot so I'm going to list it here in no particular order: ~Lantau Island - includes a lovely cable car ride, visit to a modern temple with the largest bronze sitting Buddha in the world, a monastery, and a new inspiring outdoor sculpture. It was ... read more

Asia » Hong Kong » Hong Kong Island

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Occupied by the UK in 1841, Hong Kong was formally ceded by China the following year; various adjacent lands were added later in the 19th century. Pursuant to an agreement signed by China and the UK on 19 December 1984, Hong Kong became the Hong Kong... ... read more