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A view of Hong Kong from Victoria Peak. Tshim Sha Tsui and Kowloon (mainland Hong
Kong) are in the background across Victoria Harbour. The Peak is a must-visit for any Hong
Kong traveler. It not only offers perhaps the best view of the city, but you can also have
a romantic dinner at the restaurant, with the billion-dollar view as the backdrop. Reserve
early to ensure a window seat!
An old Chinese story tells how the 8-year-old Emperor Ping of Song Dynasty came to
visit Hong Kong. The emperor counted the peaks – homes to a dragon according to Chinese
mythology –, and counted nine. A foolish lackey informed that there were only eight peaks.
But a quick-witted advisor corrected the lackey by saying "of course the Emperor himself is
the ninth dragon." Thus Kowloon ("Nine Peaks") was named. Perhaps apocryphal, but one
should never let accuracy get in the way of a great story!
This shot captures just a small part of the 7 million people living in the tiny Island
and nearby region. Again, Bank
of China Tower and Central Plaza are visible near
the right edge of the frame.
See a map of where this photo was
taken!
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