Cultural Immersion: Hong Kong (China)

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▪ The country (China)
China, one of the oldest civilization in the world  is situated in easterm Asia, bounded by the Pacific in the east. China is also the the third largest country in the world. The Chinese population is unevenly distributed, with the eastern part heavily populated ,more than 300 persons per kilometer and the West scarcely populated, about 40 persons per square kilometer. (Read more )

Hong Kong

Hong Kong is one of the  Special Administrative Regions of China. Before the transfer of sovereignty to China in 1997. Hong Kong had been a British colony nearly  150years. As a result, most infrastructure inherits the design and Standards of Britain. During  the 1950 to 1990, the city-state developed rapidly, become the first of the “Four Asian Tigers” through the development of a strong manufacturing base and later a financial sector. (Read more)



▪ Tourist spots

▪ Ocean Park
This family friendly marine theme park features animal exhibits, exciting rides and shows that offer  its guest an unforgettable experience. (Read more)





▪ Hong Kong Disneyland
Hong Kong Disneyland brings the magic of a world-class entertainment experience to people of all ages. Hong Kong is home to the fifth Disney Resort in the world. The city’s landscape  and vibrant, diverse culture have inspired our imagineers to create a variety of enterteinment that is unique to Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. (Read more)


▪ Tai O Fishing Village
Situated on a river mouth , the village is just the ticket if you want  a dose of traditional Fisher folks which has reside for generations. The house are built on stilts over the river and its narrow lanes are filled with shops selling fish and other dau-to-day items. (Read more)




▪ Man Mo Temple
Man Mo Tample is one of the oldest Taoist temple in Hong Kong paying to the god of literature and the God of War.
The temple is located  about halfway along the road and stop in its quiet, incense-shrouded interior makes a pleasant break. (Read more)




▪ Cuisine

▪ Spring Rolls
Spring Rolls  are a Cantonese dim sum of cylindrical shape. The filling of spring rolls could be vegetables or meat, and the taste could be either sweet or savory.  (Check out the recipe here )






▪ Chow Mein
The Chow mein is the Cantonese pronunciation of the Chinese characters above wich means stir-fried noodles. Generally speaking, this stir-fried dish consists of noodles, meat (usually chicken, beef, shrimp or pork), onion and vegetables. (Read more)




▪ Dumplings
Dumplings or  Jiosi is one of the best  dishes with a long history of more than 1.800 years, dumblings are a traditional food in China. (Read more)





▪  Habits

In Hong Kong, local people are very sensitive to issues related to education. A person with a prestigious profession is respected by everyone. Teachers are all considered to be wise men. Local people  tend to be very conservative. They are not big fans of innovations  and keep honoring the customs of their ancestors. (Read more)






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