Fisherman in his boat

Hong Kong islands

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December 7th 2008
Entry from Rich (05/12/08 8.00 p.m.) I am writing this entry from Governor Robinson’s hostel in Perth. We have had a very busy few days and not much time to write blog entries so this one is a bit of a catch up. On Wednesday we went to Cheung Chau, one of the outlying islands in Hong Kong. The only means of transport to Cheung Chau is a ferry ride from the central ferry pier. This jou ... read more

Asia » Hong Kong » Lantau 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