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HONG KONG--THE FRAGRANT HARBOR

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March 22nd 2010
We cruised into Hong Kong on a clear morning—which is always a great sight. Victoria Peak on the one side of the harbor towering over highrise bank buildings showing the financial might of this trading capital of the world. Lining the Kowloon side are several of the most famous hotels, the classic Peninsula and the dramatic Intercontinental Hotel which was formally known as the Regent. We doc ... read more

Asia » Hong Kong » Kowloon

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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