Attending Minor Buddhas

X-mas

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December 29th 2008
X-mas Day Merry Christmas to everyone back in the States. We started the day by gathering in my parents' room for a breakfast of pastries and beverages. Then everyone participated in a white elephant gift exchange. Surprisingly, everyone was happy with what they ended up with. Late morning, we took the MTR to the piers and a 20 minute ferry ride to Mui Wo on Lantau Island. Hopped a bus an ... 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