Tourist map of Hong Kong. Sights of Hong Kong - where they are and how to get there

As an autonomous special region of China, Hong Kong occupies one of the leading roles on the economic map of the world. It is one of the main financial centers in all of Asia. In fact, it is a separate state with its own administration, legislation and political system. China provides only military security and controls issues foreign policy with peace.

Geographical location

Hong Kong is located in the south of China, occupying the Kowloon Peninsula and nearby islands washed by the South China Sea. In the north, the border of the region runs along the Pearl River. On the opposite bank is the city of the special economic zone of Shenzhen. To the west, across the strait, there is another special administrative region - Macau.

Transport in Hong Kong

Maps of roads, tunnels and bridges connect all major islands. Almost all types of logistics communications can be found in Hong Kong. The public transport system is highly developed:

  • MTR, which includes the metro, commuter and domestic electric trains;
  • many bus routes;
  • ferry crossings between islands;
  • tram routes along which branded double-decker trains run;
  • a system of escalators and travelators that facilitate the movement of pedestrians along hilly terrain;
  • funicular running from the center to the top of Mount Victoria.

Subway system

One of the most convenient types passenger transport in Hong Kong is the subway. The Airport Express line connects international airport from the mainland and island part. The express line is almost completely duplicated by the Tung Chung line, but it is impossible to get to the airport on it. But at Sunny Bay station there is a train transfer to the local Disneyland, which is very popular among tourists. Metro map in Russian or English A tourist will definitely need it to track his movements.

For communication from Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula, 2 more branches have been transferred across Victoria Bay:

  • Tsuen Wan then goes to the northwest;
  • The Tseun Kwan O line connects the island with eastern part and Junk Bay.


The construction of the third East Rail tunnel is planned to be completed soon. Now it connects the northernmost settlements located on the border with the center of the continental part. From the Lo Wu terminal station you can transfer to a train going to Shenzhen and further to the Guangzhou region.

To move around the island part, the Island line runs along north coast. The South Island Line connects Admiralty Station with Ocean Park and the Southern Horizons area. The city center is connected to the New Territories, located in the northeast, by the West line, which is duplicated at the end by an extensive light metro network.

The metro goes to all significant sights of the country.

Ground public transport

It is advantageous to go underground for traveling long distances or when the issue of time is very acute. The fare for buses and trams is lower, and interesting places There are many more that can be seen along the road.

All ground transport runs according to a specific schedule, which can be found at stops. Information boards will show an approximate map of routes, the arrival time of the next bus and the final station. Time deviations are minor and only occur during peak hours. The buses are mostly modern and comfortable, but on the flights of the KMB company, which provides transportation in the New Territories, there are models without air conditioning.

Hong Kong's tram fleet consists of historic double-decker cars from the 1930s. On some routes, their modern analogues have been launched, completely repeating the appearance and decoration of the old ones. This type of travel is the cheapest - travel costs about 2 Hong Kong dollars.

You can pay for the fare either in cash at the entrance or with an Octopus card. This is a single pass for all types of transport in the capital. In the metro, you must validate your card both at the entrance and at the exit. The fare depends on the method of travel, the operator company and the route.

Region map

The most in a convenient way orientation in the country for Russian tourists is satellite map Hong Kong in Russian. If you have a smartphone, you can easily find all the objects of interest and build the optimal route to them.

Search for attractions

To reduce the time spent searching for interesting places, it is recommended to map routes and cultural sites. The online navigator will be able to show you the optimal path.

Administrative division

Hong Kong is divided into 18 districts, each of which has something interesting to offer. The island region is divided into 4 parts:

  • Central and Western, in which the Admiralty and entertainment districts are located;
  • Eastern, with many parks and a promenade;
  • Southern;
  • Wanchai, being tourist center.

Another important district for tourists is the Islands. It is home to an international airport and major shopping centers. This is the most sparsely populated part of Hong Kong. It also houses Disneyland and several historical monuments such as a statue Big Buddha on Lantau Island. In total, the Islands consists of more than 20 islands.

The remaining 13 districts are located on the mainland.

Resort holidays in the region

Despite the high density of buildings and constant noise, tourists can find a wide variety of beaches.

The main resort area of ​​the island is the Southern region. There are the beaches of Repulse Bay, Turtle Bay, Shek Beach, Gulf Beach Big Waves. Coastline All beaches are maintained in perfect order, and a large number of coastal cafes and restaurants with good cuisine add pleasant emotions.

Hong Kong is more than just a metropolis. The regional government does not want to turn the territory into concrete jungle and pays a lot of attention to greening the city. Any person who finds himself here will find a pastime to his liking: be it exploring cultural monuments with a map, forays into the mountains, walking through a vibrant city or relaxing by the seashore.

Tourism in Hong Kong is designed for people with high income levels and living in the city is quite expensive, even compared to European capitals. But a small amount of time is enough to feel the spirit of the city and plunge into its life.

Hong Kong on a map of China

Hong Kong detailed map

Hong Kong map

Hong Kong is known on the world map as a special administrative region of the People's Republic of China, washed by the waters of South China Sea. The area includes the Hong Kong Island of the same name, the Kowloon Peninsula, the New Territories, the Lantau Islands and small nearby islands.

On the map of Hong Kong you can see that the region has a vast territory, much of which is still undeveloped. That is why there are so many nature reserves and recreation areas located here.

The busiest part of the city is located on the Kowloon Peninsula. A developed metro network connects Hong Kong with Lantau Island and Kowloon. (see Map of Hong Kong)

The map of Hong Kong shows in detail that the region is also rich in bays, beaches and rivers.

The map of Hong Kong with attractions is extensive and varied. Hong Kong is not only a global financial and business center, but also an important cultural and historical region. Here are concentrated such famous tourist sites like Victoria Peak, Walk of Stars, Giant Buddha, local Disneyland and Ocean Park. We recommend taking a bird's eye view of Hong Kong - a wonderful panorama opens from observation deck and during the trip to cable car Ngong Ping 360.

Hong Kong– a dynamically developing “state” within a state, playing an important role on the world stage. The ultra-modern city has a special status and, despite the high concentration of modern buildings, highways and industrial facilities, is of particular interest to travelers.

Being a state and the capital of the district of the same name in Hong Kong, Hong Kong has a special status for the PRC, although it is difficult to find anything Chinese in it, except for the large population.

Where is it located?

Hong Kong or, as it is called, Hong Kong is located on the Kowloon Peninsula, several islands (Hong Kong, Lantau, Lamma, Cheung Chau), and also owns about 262 small islands scattered throughout the China Sea.

Most large island Hong Kong, both in size and population, is considered Lantau.

Although most of it has not yet been explored due to the numerous mountains and hills, number of inhabitants per 1 sq.m. really impressive here (from 1000 to 3000). A significant part of the region is occupied by the Kowloon Peninsula and north shore Hong Kong Islands.

Every year, Hong Kong conquers even more land from the sea, so the country's territory increases slightly in size. Today its area, together with all the adjacent islands, occupies about 1104 sq. km.

Climate

Typical for Hong Kong subtropical climate with cool, as well as with hot, but humid.

IN winter time The air warms up to +22°C during the day, and at night the air cools down to +10 degrees. In summer The thermometer column can show temperatures up to +33°C. The typhoon period lasts from May to September.

The former territory was reluctantly settled by people. Exiles were sent here, but the situation changed during the war between China and Japan.

The battle forced many of the country's inhabitants to rush here, so the population increased due to refugees.

In subsequent years, Hong Kong passed to Japan, then returned to Britain again, but in 1997 it was transferred to the PRC and turned into a special administrative region of the country.

Population

About 95% of Hong Kong residents are Chinese, also people from southeast asia(Indians, Filipinos, Indonesians and Pakistanis). Most of the population inhabits Kowloon and Hong Kong, but according to statistics, only a third of the territory is occupied in this region, although about 7 million people live here.

Economy

Economically, Hong Kong is quite comprehensively developed. There is own industry, a lot is open shopping centers, restaurants, hotels and tourist sites. But most of the income to the treasury comes from maritime trade.

Transport

Hong Kong has its own metro, walking around the city Taxi, buses and two-story trams, and they run between the islands ferries.

Hong Kong is a unique region of China, a huge trading platform and an excellent tourist center for an exotic holiday.

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