Hong Kong, for its impression, I believe that many people born in the 1980s will stay in the Hong Kong movies that grew up with us. Whether it is Zhou Xingchi's nonsensical movies or Wang Jing's God of Gamblers, those movies have left too much on our growth path. memory. When Hong Kong returned to the motherland in 1997, my father went to the post office to buy 3 sets of commemorative stamps. In the blink of an eye, this year is the 22nd anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland. It just so happened that I encountered the right opportunity to walk into the Hong Kong in my memory again. .
I still remember that the last time I went to Hong Kong was in 2017, but I didn't get to know the city well because of the time. This time I came to Hong Kong not only with plenty of time, but also to travel with my family. While learning about the past and present of this city, it can be regarded as my family's longing for Hong Kong for a long time.
The reason why this trip brought Macau and Hong Kong together is not only because the distance between Hong Kong and Macau is relatively close, but also because the two cities have different stories. After finishing our trip in Macau, we took a jet flight from the New Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal in Macau and arrived at the China Hong Kong City Ferry Terminal in Hong Kong in 1 hour.
Impression Hong Kong:
Day1: The streets of Mongkok, the city life in Hong Kong
Mong Kok is located in the middle of Kowloon, Hong Kong, and is one of the busiest areas in Hong Kong. It is a place where fashion, traditional culture, street style, snacks and delicacies gather. It is known as the "nightless sky" of Kowloon. In fact, the land to the west of Nathan Road in Mong Kok was reclaimed from the sea. In 1909, the Hong Kong government began to reclaim the sea and build typhoon shelters in this area, and gradually built piers and many streets nearby. Walking on the streets of Mong Kok now, I have to marvel at the rapid development of Hong Kong.
Walking on the streets of Mong Kok can easily evoke the impression of this city. The high-rise buildings intersecting old and new, colorful billboards, pedestrians coming and going, and distinctive ding-ding cars are all characteristics of Hong Kong.
If you want to understand the real life of a city, it is not enough to check in the scenic spots. In fact, walking around the local streets and alleys may find the answers we want. I have been to many cities, and if time permits, I will list the vegetable market as one of the travel places, and this trip to Hong Kong is no exception. The vegetable market is the most down-to-earth place in a city. It has a more local flavor than other places. You can see many sides that you can’t see in ordinary travel. Many traditional lifestyles are hidden here.
Every morning and evening is always the busiest time here. Buyers and sellers are working hard for their own lives. Of course, the protagonist here is not them, but the ingredients in their hands. The prices of vegetables here are generally higher, while the fruits are relatively cheaper. Because of Hong Kong’s climate, there are more types of fruits produced here, and most of the vegetables are transported from the mainland, and the cost is also higher, so when I look at It is somewhat understandable when we look at these prices. Another point is that the lifestyle and standards vary from city to city. Consumption and income naturally look a little high in our eyes.
The pace of life in Hong Kong is very fast. Whether it is day or night, you can see busy people everywhere in the city. In Hong Kong, where the population density is extremely high, life is like this, and we need to keep working hard. In fact, sometimes looking back at our lives, why not?
The words "an inch of land and an inch of gold" are very suitable for the city of Hong Kong. It is completely different from the modern scene on Nathan Road. On some streets, you can still see the scene of old and new buildings intersecting. But it is precisely because of this that everything that remains looks so different. This is the taste and charm of Hong Kong.
In the streets and alleys of Hong Kong, wonderful stories are staged every day. When the morning sun shines here, the city begins a new day. When the night comes, people who have a busy day find ways to give themselves some leisure time. Day after day, when we see a moment of them, it is actually just the most ordinary day in their lives.
Day2: Hong Kong Museum of History, paying homage to history
When I go to any city, the local museum is the place I must go, because the museum is a historical treasure house, where I can learn about the past and present of the local city. Due to time constraints, I actually didn’t plan to go to the Hong Kong Museum of History before I set off this time, but after watching the episode of the variety show Extreme Challenge Hong Kong, I made a temporary decision. I was very moved when I saw the clips about Hong Kong’s historical changes. .
The Hong Kong Museum of History was built in 1975. It is located in Kowloon Park, Hong Kong, with the Hong Kong Science Museum on the right. It only takes 20 minutes to walk to the Avenue of Stars and Victoria Harbour.
The Hong Kong Museum of History is composed of natural history thousands of years ago and modern human history. It has developed from a small fishing village to an international metropolis, and the city has undergone earth-shaking changes. However, the natural history of early Hong Kong is not much different from that of our mainland. It has experienced crustal movement, etc., and the preserved rock and mineral specimens, shells and animal specimens also prove that there were many creatures here in the early days.
Personally, I prefer to pay attention to and understand the history of humanities, especially the differences in life and regional customs formed between southern cities and northern cities. Because the people who lived in Hong Kong in the early days were mainly fishing and farming, so there are a lot of fishing equipment and ship models when going out to sea. In fact, it is somewhat similar to the coastal cities in our mainland. Today, some places in Hong Kong Those who maintain such a lifestyle, although earning meager income, are also life skills passed down from generation to generation.
The religious beliefs and customs of Hong Kong people have also been influenced by Guangdong, including their lifestyle, wedding and sacrificial supplies, various traditional industries, and so on. With the rapid development of the city, the customs of the past are gradually becoming less and less, but these cultures will still represent the early Hong Kong and have been preserved.
Hong Kong has a rich and colorful history and a bleak past. From the Opium War to the ceding of Hong Kong to Britain, in order to create an atmosphere of war, the Humen Fort, which was used by the Qing soldiers to resist the British during the First Opium War, was rebuilt in the exhibition hall. There is also a small theater next to it, which shows films about the development of Sino-Western relations and the beginning and end of the first Opium War. If you have time to sit down and watch them completely, I believe you can understand these complete historical processes.
The impression of Hong Kong still comes from the early Hong Kong films, the familiar Hong Kong police station, double-decker buses, and retro streets. These figures in Hong Kong’s modern history can only be seen in museums today.
Some exhibition areas in the Hong Kong Museum of History will have small theaters, which play historical stories from different periods in a loop. Personally, I think these are must-sees when you come here. When you watched the story of the city of Hong Kong in its entirety, I felt an indescribable touch in my heart. It was not because I really understood Hong Kong, but because of the strength of the motherland. We are proud to be Chinese.
Every time I travel, my mother hopes that I can take more family photos, and this time when I travel in Hong Kong, I also carry a tripod on my back. However, due to the large number of tourists traveling, there is often no way to take good photos, so this This photo is the only group photo of our family in Hong Kong.
Day3: Avenue of Stars, White and Night of Victoria Harbor
The Avenue of Stars and Victoria Harbor are located in the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade in the east of Tsim Sha Tsui. This is the place that best represents Hong Kong. In order to commend the special attractions of outstanding people in the Hong Kong film industry, it imitates the Hollywood Avenue of Stars. The names and palm prints of outstanding film workers are inlaid on the Special commemorative plaque. Whether you are a fan of Hong Kong movies or not, coming to Hong Kong is one of the must-see places.
Hong Kong films are the pioneers of Chinese films, known as the Hollywood of the East. Whether it’s Stephen Chow’s comedies or Chow Yun-fat’s classic God of Gamblers, my childhood and student days were filled with joy from the company of Hong Kong films. Although Hong Kong's film production is not as much as before, its importance is self-evident.
Many people come to the Avenue of Stars to look for the palm prints of their favorite stars to take pictures as souvenirs, and of course, I am no exception. But I was thinking, do I like Andy Lau more, or do I think Nicholas Tse is my idol, and in the end I chose to take pictures with Gu Tianle's palm prints, not only because Gu Tianle has been doing public welfare in obscurity, but also because everyone thinks I'm a bit like Gu Tianle, don't be impatient, I'm actually talking about skin color.
The Avenue of Stars was closed for several years after October 8, 2015. The main reason was that the early design planning was not very comprehensive. At that time, many celebrities’ palm prints were on the ground, and tourists had to squat down when they came here to take pictures. The surrounding road space is also relatively small, so it took more than 1,300 days to expand here. The expanded Avenue of Stars officially opened at the end of January 2019.
Although this is the second time I have come to Hong Kong, this is the first time I have come to Victoria Harbour. I have seen it on TV before, but when I stand here in person, I am still a little excited. Victoria Harbor is the representative of Hong Kong and the center of Hong Kong, with Admiralty and Central on the other side. Because of the particularity of Hong Kong's geographical location, the population and building density here are very high. Compared with the tranquility of the day, the Victoria Harbor at night is the most exciting moment.
The statue of Bruce Lee is the most classic symbol of Victoria Harbour. He was the first person to spread Chinese Kung Fu to the whole world, and also the first Chinese to break into Hollywood, spreading Chinese Kung Fu to every corner of the world. He was born in China, but he has many fans all over the world. I still remember watching his movies when I was a child: Way of the Dragon, Game of Death. Although Bruce Lee died young, in the eyes of everyone, he is synonymous with Kung Fu and the pride of the Chinese people.
On the northwest side of Victoria Harbor is the Kwai Chung Container Terminal, one of the largest container transportation centers in the world. Countless cruise ships and fishing boats pass by here every day, which also adds some different scenes to Victoria Harbor. Tourists here can also choose to take a sightseeing boat or the Star Ferry to enjoy the scenery of the Hong Kong River. When night comes, the night view of Victoria Harbor is even more brightly lit, making people linger on.
Hong Kong and Macau were the first time our family really traveled, so the time together was always filled with laughter. In fact, when I first made the itinerary, I didn't think of Macau and Hong Kong. I planned to go to Shanghai or Hangzhou. In addition, my sister had never been to Hong Kong and Macau. In addition, I chose this place considering other reasons. Perhaps because of historical reasons, Hong Kong is a city full of special plots in my impression.
Now the handprints of stars on the Avenue of Stars are all designed on the guardrails, and when taking pictures, you can also record the beautiful scenery of Victoria Harbor behind you. I like the feeling of being here, enjoying the pleasant sea breeze of Victoria Harbour, looking at the towering urban buildings in front of me, as if I can feel the changes of Hong Kong from the beginning to the present.
If it weren't for the growl of hunger, our family would probably still be enjoying the scenery in Victoria Harbor at this time. Before it was dark, I hurried to find something to eat nearby to pad my stomach. If I didn’t wait until it was dark and started shooting night scenes, I really couldn’t hold on.
When I was looking for food along the streets of Tsim Sha Tsui, I suddenly saw a similar shopping mall next to it selling food. After I walked in with my parents, I felt something was wrong. Why are they all curry and the like? The people who come and go inside are all dark skinned Southeast Asians, finally came out from the main entrance and found that the place we just entered was Chungking Mansions. There is no need to introduce too much about Chungking Mansions. Friends who are not familiar with it can find out by searching it on the Internet.
There are so many delicacies in Hong Kong, including high-end delicacies such as Michelin stars, and specialty restaurants with popular reputation. Tsui Wah Restaurant is one of the representatives of Hong Kong's local cuisine. There are many branches in Central, Causeway Bay, Jordan and other places. As a time-honored brand in Hong Kong, Tsui Wah Tea Restaurant is definitely a representative of Hong Kong-style food culture, so it is recommended to try it when you come to Hong Kong. It is delicious and not expensive.
In my impression, when we went to Cuihua Restaurant, it was not a meal time, but it was full of people, and the staff waited for a long time to help us arrange a seat on the second floor. It feels quite similar to the fly restaurant we usually look for. Although there is no good dining environment here, the taste and price are the reasons why many people choose it. 4 cups of milk tea, a serving of wonton noodles, a serving of rice noodles, a serving of fried rice noodles, and a serving of beef brisket noodles. I remember that it only cost more than 200 Hong Kong dollars at that time. Was it a good deal?
It was only after I came back that I regretted not tasting more delicacies in Cuihua Restaurant. I saw that many netizens had very high evaluations of Cuihua Restaurant on the Internet. It is said that Cuihua Restaurant has also opened a branch in Shanghai. I don’t know how it tastes. Next time I have the opportunity to go to Shanghai, I must try it.
Regal ice cream trucks can be seen on many lively streets in Hong Kong. There is always a long queue next to this red and white truck. I believe many people know about it from TVB dramas. 10 Hong Kong dollars each, the master is very fast and can make one in a few seconds. The taste is very good, the cream is not particularly sweet and greasy, it is an experience that must not be missed. Regal Ice Cream should be a memory of many Hong Kong people, just like the ice in Xi’an in China and the Arctic Ocean in Beijing. If you want to find it in Hong Kong, you might as well go to the station wharf and places with a relatively large flow of people. Maybe you can meet it.
When we returned to Victoria Harbour, the sky gradually darkened, and the whistle of the cruise ship sounded on the river. At this time, there were tourists standing around to enjoy the night view. After setting up the tripod and getting ready to shoot the night scene, we waited for the sky to turn dark, and the towering buildings opposite slowly began to show colorful scenes. This is the night view of Victoria Harbour, so dazzling and charming.
Walking through the history museum with the marks of time, enjoying the dazzling night view of Victoria Harbour, every city has different scenes during the day and night. Walking on the streets of Hong Kong at night, you can still see those people who are still busy with their lives.
Day4: Walking in Sham Shui Po, looking for the taste of Hong Kong
Rainbow Village is located in Ngau Chi Wan, Wong Tai Sin District, Kowloon. It has been a popular place to take pictures in Hong Kong in the past two years. Many of them mentioned this place when looking for attractions in Hong Kong. It is not a scenic spot here, but the colorful colors are still very popular among young people. Like to take pictures. Departing from Mong Kok in the morning, I finally found this place after more than an hour of tossing around, but when I came here, there were already a lot of people, most of them were young people, and some even came here with their suitcases.
In fact, this area belongs to a public housing estate, and it is a place for local residents to relax and entertain. The originally small square is full of tourists who come here to take pictures from morning to night. In fact, it's a little bad, because the surrounding area is full of residents, many people just want to take pictures of themselves but ignore the privacy of the people living here, and there are too many tourists here from morning to night, and the locals can't relax here . I hope to read this article and tourists who are planning to go to Rainbow Village, please give the locals more living space.
The most convenient thing to visit in Hong Kong is the transportation here. Whether it is the subway or the bus, you can easily get to the place you want to go. After a brief stop at Choi Hung Village, we went to Sham Shui Po. Many places in Hong Kong have been shown on TV screens, and the one with the deepest impression is Sham Shui Po, because it is full of the most authentic and down-to-earth life atmosphere in Hong Kong.
Sham Shui Po should be an area that developed relatively early in Hong Kong. From the beginning to now, the proportion of basic housing is relatively large. Most of the buildings were built in the 1950s and 1960s. Nowadays, due to the very high population density of Hong Kong, there is no way to do it. Due to the new planning of the city, the buildings that can be seen on the streets of Sham Shui Po are basically older, which is very different from the commercial centers in Tsim Sha Tsui and Central.
The streets of Sham Shui Po are particularly lively. There are stalls selling all kinds of high-end and low-end items on both sides of the road, clothing, electrical appliances, electronic products, etc. It’s a bit like Temple Street at night. Both local residents and tourists like to come here to shop. Small things, the most important thing is, the price is also cheaper.
Although Sham Shui Po belongs to an older urban area in Hong Kong, it is a gathering place for delicious food. Many special delicacies are hidden in unknown streets and alleys, whether it is Lau Sum Kee introduced in Bite of China, or Tim Ho Wan dim sum shop, As long as you search carefully, you can definitely get a big surprise.
This is Sham Shui Po, which looks like an ordinary place, but it contains many unique cultural and life flavors. If you are a person who really likes the taste of Hong Kong, you must come to Sham Shui Po for a walk.
Day5: The financial center of Central, the night view of Hong Kong at Victoria Peak
Anyone who comes to Hong Kong will go to Victoria Harbor for a walk, whether it is day or night, the scenery there is fascinating. Tsim Sha Tsui and Central, which are located on both sides of Victoria Harbour, are the most attractive, especially Central, because it is the representative of Hong Kong politics and business, and is home to many multinational financial institutions and foreign consulates, including the government headquarters, the Legislative Council building, and the former Hong Kong Governor's Mansion .
The best transportation to Central is to take the Star Ferry at the Star Ferry Terminal in Tsim Sha Tsui. Although the equipment is relatively old, the minimum price of 2 Hong Kong dollars is really too conscientious. It is as famous as the Hong Kong Tram and Victoria Peak Tramway, and has a long history of more than 100 years. Tickets can be purchased separately at the Tsim Sha Tsui Ferry Terminal, or you can use the Octopus to swipe the card to board the boat directly. It takes about 10 minutes to reach Central from the Star Ferry Pier.
The operation time of the Star Ferry to and from Central and Tsim Sha Tsui is from 6:30 to 23:30, and the interval between each trip is about 6 minutes. It was already noon when we arrived in Central. After playing and watching the night view at Victoria Peak, we still took the Star Ferry back to Tsim Sha Tsui. Some people have asked me before, where is the most convenient place to live in Hong Kong, I think I don’t have to worry about it anymore.
Central is the center of Hong Kong, the financial market center and one of the most expensive places in Hong Kong. If you are interested in shopping, then you have come to the right place. If you are more fond of luxury goods, then Central is more suitable for you. Whenever an international brand goes online in Hong Kong, it will be the first one to appear. The place must be in Central, so many people come to Central except for fun, and the rest is time to buy their hands.
Food is an indispensable part of Central, including Jiuji Beef Brisket recommended by Mr. Cai Lan, Snake King Fen, and Lianxianglou, which was awarded the China Time-honored Brand, etc. It can be said that you can find any food you want in Central, and the price is not expensive, but when it comes to holidays, there will always be long queues at these places.
Central, which is full of financial and commercial atmosphere, has another side, which is the artistic atmosphere. There are many graffiti walls in the streets and alleys here, and now it has become a check-in place for Internet celebrities. When I finally found the destination I checked before departure, the place was already full of tourists taking pictures. It was really 1 minute to take pictures and 10 minutes to wait for a seat. I originally planned to visit the popular Tai Kwun, but in the end I had to give up due to time constraints.
During the trip to Hong Kong and Macau, the one who took the most photos was my elder sister. Basically, I needed to take a few photos when I went to a place. Well, who told her to be my elder sister? The photographer is already in place, please start preparing for the pos.
Because a scene in a movie made me long for this place, that is, the half-mountain escalator in the movie Chongqing Forest. Central to Mid-Levels escalator, this 800-meter-long escalator connecting Central and Mid-Levels, is the longest outdoor covered escalator in the world. It is the main passage from Central to Mid-Levels, and the whole journey takes about 20 minutes. But it is very convenient that the elevator will pass through many streets in the middle of the mountain during the upward walk. Whether you are tired from walking or going to other places, you can get down halfway or shop and rest in the surrounding shopping malls and restaurants.
Apart from Victoria Harbor, the best place to enjoy the night view of Hong Kong is Victoria Peak, which is also a place chosen by many tourists. The most important thing is that you can overlook the whole Hong Kong panorama. The most classic way to get to Victoria Peak is to take the prestigious Peak Tramway, but since the cable car is currently under maintenance, you can only take NWFB No. 15 from the pier in Central to reach Victoria Peak, which takes about 40 minutes. Here I still want to remind you that because there are too many tourists watching the night view, you still need to go down the mountain early after the end, because it took us more than an hour to wait in line for the bus.
The Lingxiao Pavilion Observation Deck is the best place to enjoy the night view of Hong Kong on the top of Victoria Peak. Of course, this is not the only experience here. You can also enjoy shopping, food and other experiences. The famous Hong Kong Madame Tussauds is also located in the Lingxiao Pavilion. The Wax Museum was opened in 2000. So far, more than 100 wax figures of famous people from China and around the world have been exhibited here, including Andy Lau, Anita Mui, Jay Chou, Yao Ming, Beckham and so on.
The price of the ticket for the Lingxiao Pavilion is 44 Hong Kong dollars per person. I feel that it is still early when I come here, but the viewing platform is already full of tourists waiting to enjoy the night view, so I gave up going to Sky Terrace 428. I temporarily took out my mobile phone to check the relevant information, and found that someone mentioned that there is a trail next to the Ling Xiao Pavilion, which also has a viewing angle that is not inferior to the viewing platform.
After walking along the path next to it for more than 10 minutes, a place with a wide view appeared, even better than the photos I had seen on the viewing platform before. The most important thing is that there are very few tourists here. Set up the tripod and wait for the night to come. Although the weather was not very good at that time, I was lucky to finally take this dreamy night view of Hong Kong.
Day6: Cordis where art and food are integrated
When I come to Hong Kong to travel and live there, the hotels there are the most cost-effective. I believe many people will consider this issue, including me. I also checked the information of Hong Kong hotels for a long time before departure. In fact, the transportation in Hong Kong is very convenient, so you don’t have to worry too much when choosing a hotel with a good location. I originally considered Central and Tsim Sha Tsui, but the hotel prices there were too high, so I finally chose Cordis Hotel in Mong Kok. After checking in, it proved that I The choice at that time was very correct.
Cordis Hong Kong is a high-end hotel brand under the Langham Hospitality Group. The entire hotel has 668 rooms and suites. Although it was officially opened in 2005, it is still one of the representatives of Hong Kong's first-line hotels. The hotel is located on Shanghai Street in Mong Kok, next to a large shopping mall: Langham Place, which is super convenient for eating and shopping. It only takes about 5 minutes and 15 minutes to drive from MTR Mong Kok East Station and Star Ferry Terminal, and it only takes about 40 minutes to drive from Hong Kong International Airport to the hotel.
The predecessor of Cordis Hong Kong was the famous Langham Place Hotel. After brand upgrade, it has become the first brand-new hotel in Hong Kong full of humanistic atmosphere and modern taste. The moment you step into the hotel, you can feel the difference between Cordis and other hotels. The lobby is filled with a brand-new fragrance specially tailored for Cordis Hong Kong by internationally renowned perfumer Christophe Laudamiel: Sparkling Mint. Artworks full of Chinese elements can be seen everywhere in the hotel. In the center of the lobby is the work "Tai Chi" by the famous Taiwanese sculptor Ju Ming. Reveling in the artistic atmosphere, people can relieve the fatigue of the journey when they first arrive at the hotel.
Checking in can reflect the professional service of Cordis Hotel. The smile and fast check-in speed have left a deep impression on me. The concierge department of the hotel is located on the right side of the front desk. When we arrived at the hotel to check in, the staff of the concierge department had already sent our luggage to the room. These considerate services also proved that Cordis Hong Kong deserves the golden key . All guests who stay in the hotel can participate in the "Explore Mongkok Tour" activity arranged by the hotel at 16:00 every day, so that the guests can understand the unique charm of Mongkok while enjoying the comfortable time in the hotel. The opening part of the article is The streets of Mong Kok that I have personally experienced.
Staying at Cordis Hong Kong this time, I chose the super cost-effective VIP panoramic room, which has an invincible view of the street view of Mong Kok. Entering the guest room, you will be greeted with a fresh fragrance. A space of 40 square meters is already rare in a place like Hong Kong where every inch of land is expensive. The facilities and equipment in the room are all available, there are a variety of beverages in the mini refrigerator, and the high-speed free Internet can refresh your own dynamics anytime, anywhere.
The biggest highlight of the room is the innovative handy smart phone that provides free wireless local and international long-distance calling services to mainland China, Australia, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States, as well as free wireless 3G traffic Internet access and wifi sharing service. The most important thing is that you can take this smart phone with you when you go out to play, and you can surf the Internet anytime, anywhere, and you don’t need to buy a phone card or rent a mobile wifi in advance. Just because of this, I want to make crazy calls for Cordis Hotel, Hong Kong. call.
The room also provides free mineral water, coffee and tea, controllable air-conditioning, independent desk for me to handle work anytime and anywhere, equipped with a variety of power sockets, so I don’t have to worry about charging electronic devices. Includes turn down service. The slightest touch is that the service staff cleaned the room very neatly, including every data cable on the table.
Every time I stay in a hotel, I not only pay attention to the overall comfort of the hotel and guest rooms, but also the spaciousness of the bathroom. The bathroom is themed with marble and glass, and the spacious bathroom space pays attention to the functionality of use. The separate design of the toiletries allows them to be easily taken in the bathroom area, and the separate bathtub and shower room allow people with different ways of use Residents also have a variety of options.
Friends who are familiar with Cordis Hotel, Hong Kong must be familiar with Ming Ge Restaurant. Since 2009, it has won the honor of Michelin one-star restaurant for more than 11 consecutive years. It is mainly famous for its classic and innovative fusion of Cantonese cuisine and the world's top grape wines. When many tourists come to Hong Kong, they will make a special trip here to pick up the stars.
Ming Wine Cellar has a collection of more than 380 top-level, exquisite and unique wines from 20 different countries and more than 100 regions. The professional sommelier team here provides the guests with the most diverse selection of red wine experience in the world. They will understand the preferences of the guests, and then carefully select the wines that meet the taste and budget. All guests staying in the hotel can participate in the wine for free every afternoon. Wine Tasting.
When it comes to the culture of red wine, it really cannot be explained in one or two sentences. Although there is an introduction by the sommelier, I am still a little confused. Where do different varieties of red wine come from, the smell of each wine, the color of each wine, etc., you can still find some easy-to-understand content in the book of restaurant wine. Of course, there are also detailed introductions about the most classic Cantonese dishes in Ming Court.
Ming Court has been awarded a Michelin star for ten consecutive years from 2009 to 2018, and is famous for its classic Cantonese cuisine paired with fine wines. The design style of the restaurant combines modern and traditional Chinese elements. A series of decorations imitating Ming Dynasty pottery set off the surrounding landscape paintings of famous contemporary Chinese artists, which is elegant and refined.
The combination of different ingredients creates a series of amazing dishes: supreme secret barbecued pork, baked stuffed crab cap with cheese, steamed star spotted willow, dragon emperor with golden armor, etc., these are the signature dishes of the restaurant. Baked Stuffed Crab Cover with Cheese This dish is very creative. After uncovering the crab cover, scoop out the crab meat, mix well with cheese, chopped onion, and white sauce, and then stir-fry. Then fill in the cleaned crab shell and spread egg Liquid, sprinkled with thick cheddar cheese and baked, it tastes sweet and fragrant with crab.
In fact, I knew something about Ming Court restaurant when I first chose Cordis Hotel, and there are many restaurants with excellent reputation in Hong Kong, and Tang Court and Ming Court are definitely the most representative restaurants among them. A variety of signature dishes of Ming Court Restaurant have won the Hong Kong Tourism Board Food Award, and the Dragon Emperor won the 2009 Silver Award for the highest honor. It is also a dish that I personally grow grass.
Langham Place is the most representative shopping mall in the Mongkok area. It is not only a gathering place for various fashion brands, but also a variety of local specialties in Hong Kong. It is definitely a good place for shopping and shopping. The lobby of the Cordis Hotel is connected to Langham Place. From the hotel, you can quickly walk into the shopping mall. In addition, it is very convenient to take the subway and bus from here to various attractions. This is why many tourists come to Hong Kong when they choose hotels. Would consider staying here.
The hotel has always had health Tai Chi instruction classes, which are held every Tuesday and Sunday by the Plunge swimming pool, and Tai Chi master Zhang Youfu will guide the way of Tai Chi health preservation. The whole learning process takes 60 minutes, and all customers who stay in the hotel can participate for free. He is a Tai Chi and Tai Chi sword instructor certified by the Hong Kong Tai Chi Association. He is good at Zheng Style Tai Chi and has won many awards in international Wushu competitions organized by the Chinese Wushu Association.
For those who love sports and fitness, the hotel's gym is their favorite place, and there are also thoughtful services such as cold lemonade and comfortable towels. Top-level fitness equipment, professional fitness coaches and set plans allow you to get professional fitness guidance outside of work time, and the hotel gym can specify personal exercise goals, record and check your own fitness progress.
The swimming pool is located on the top floor of the Cordis Hotel, where you can see the entire city of Mong Kok from afar. It is not only extremely private, but also a relaxing and comfortable place in the bustling and busy city of Hong Kong. The swimming pool is equipped with professional staff, so whether you are a child or an adult, you don't have to worry about safety when swimming here.
Chuan Spa is also one of the more outstanding projects of Cordis Hotel. The whole environment is very elegant. It is said that the treatments administered by professional therapists here are based on the five elements of metal, wood, water, fire and earth. Specially created by specialists in therapeutic and traditional Chinese massage. Chuan Spa offers 8 rooms and facilities include a rooftop swimming pool, jacuzzi and fitness center.
The Place buffet restaurant is located on the L floor of the hotel. It gathers special delicacies from all over the world, ranging from new dishes, traditional delicacies, authentic flavors to exquisite desserts. The morning dining time is from 6:30 to 10:30, and the restaurant also serves the popular weekend afternoon tea, late-night buffet, a la carte menu, and Grab and Go takeaway options.
The buffet restaurant The Place is designed by Stickman, an internationally renowned architect firm in Dubai and Hong Kong with numerous awards. The open space in the restaurant is in soft colors, and a lot of white, turquoise and oak furnishings are used to create an intimate atmosphere. Gentle atmosphere, and every area of the restaurant is transparent and open.
Diners who are accustomed to Western food or Chinese food can choose food that suits their tastes here. Special Hong Kong-style snacks and various breads, salads, etc. are the favorites of many foreign diners. But the food in the restaurant is more than these, basically you can eat whatever you like.
As a northerner, noodles are naturally inseparable. Although there are no big bowls of wide noodles like our local ones, I found that the laksa soup, which is particularly close to the taste of Southeast Asia, has become my favorite. The noodles are cooked very well, and they are absolutely delicious when paired with toast, meatballs and other ingredients, but I think the most important thing is the soup base, which is particularly rich and delicious.
The executive lounge is located on the 36th floor of the hotel. All guests staying in the executive room and above can enjoy this treatment. This is also a point that many hotel lovers like very much. And this time I stayed in the deluxe double room of Cordis, so You can also enjoy such high-quality services.
If you feel that there are too many diners in the cafeteria every morning, you can also go to the executive lounge to have breakfast. Although there are not as many dishes as the cafeteria, it has a very quiet and comfortable dining environment. In the afternoon, afternoon tea and tea are also provided here. Snacks, admiring the scenery outside the window, and chatting about the wonderful life, this is the most relaxing moment at Cordis Hong Kong.
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Day7: About food, accommodation and transportation
1. About the itinerary.
Day1: Macau → Hong Kong → Mong Kok
Day2: Hong Kong Museum of History→Victoria Harbor→Yau Ma Tei
Day3: Choi Hung Village → Sham Shui Po → Central → Victoria Peak
2. Regarding equipment.
Camera: Canon 70D.
Lens: 10-18 wide-angle lens, 50 fixed-focus lens, 18-135 as telephoto.
Others: tripod, battery, memory card, etc.
3. About food.
<1>. Cordis Ming Court Restaurant
Since 2009, it has won the honor of Michelin one-star restaurant for more than 11 consecutive years. It is mainly famous for its classic and innovative fusion of Cantonese cuisine and the world's top grape wines.
<2>. Tsui Wah Restaurant
Hong Kong branch address:
1. G/F to 2/F, 15-19 Wellington Street, Central
2. G/F, No. 81-83, Sung Ling Street, San Po Kong
3. Shop 75, G/F, Tai Hing Shopping Centre, Tai Hing Estate, Tuen Mun
4. G/F, No. 20-22, Cannon Street, Causeway Bay
5. G/F, 77-81 Parkes Street, Yau Ma Tei
6. G/F and 1/F, No. 17-19, Pak Hoi Street, Yau Ma Tei
7. G/F, No. 86, Xinkang Street, Sheung Shui
8. Shop C, G/F, 15 Ping Hui Street, Yuen Long
9. G/F, No. 28-30, Siu Wo Street, Tsuen Wan
10. G/F, 491-493 Jaffe Road, Causeway Bay
4. About traffic.
1. Hong Kong route: At present, many cities in China have opened direct flights to Hong Kong. There are also many direct flights from Xi’an to Hong Kong. On the official websites of major airlines, you can sometimes grab special air tickets. If it is expensive to fly to Hong Kong from their respective cities, you can also consider flying to Shenzhen, and then enter Hong Kong through the Shenzhen port, which is also very convenient.
2. Transportation in Hong Kong: The transportation in the urban area of Hong Kong is relatively convenient, whether it is by bus or taxi, but the most cost-effective and convenient ones are buses and subways, which can be conveniently used anywhere in Hong Kong. Friends who come to Hong Kong for the first time suggest getting an Octopus card, which can be used on subways, buses, and even shopping in some convenience stores.
5. Regarding accommodation.
Cordis Hong Kong is a high-end hotel brand under the Langham Hospitality Group. The entire hotel has 668 rooms and suites. Although it was officially opened in 2005, it is still one of the representatives of Hong Kong's first-line hotels.
6. About wifi.
Because Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region, mainland mobile communications cannot be used in Hong Kong at present, so you need to buy a new phone card when you come to Hong Kong. Of course, friends who find it troublesome can also rent a roaming treasure. During the few days in Hong Kong, the mobile phone signal of our whole family is realized by this portable wifi. The mobile phones of the three people can still guarantee the normal use of 4G, and the charge can not be used up for a day. It is definitely a trip. A must-have artifact.
7. About currency.
The Hong Kong dollar is the legal currency in Hong Kong. The largest denomination of banknotes is 1000, and the smallest denomination is 10 yuan. It is recommended to break the 1000 banknotes when traveling, because some restaurants refuse to accept large denomination banknotes. Macau and Hong Kong are relatively close, so Hong Kong dollars can also be used in Macau. Since the exchange rate varies from day to day, it is recommended to know the exchange rate well. I don't know if the four major domestic banks can exchange Hong Kong dollars, but Bank of China is absolutely fine.
8. Regarding matters.
<1>. It is recommended to apply for an Octopus card when traveling to Hong Kong. Traveling and shopping are very convenient.
<2>. Taxi prices in Hong Kong are relatively high, and vehicles of different colors travel in different regions.
<3>. Sky Terrace 428 on the top of Victoria Peak is charged. If you want to watch it for free, there is a small road next to it, walk for about 10 minutes, and the night view and angle you can enjoy are not worse than 428.
<4>. Taking the Star Ferry is the most affordable way to travel from Tsim Sha Tsui to Central.
<5>. The Hong Kong Museum of History is really worth visiting once.
<6>. After watching the night view of Victoria Peak, if you want to take a bus down the mountain, it is recommended to queue up in advance, otherwise you will have to queue for a long time.
<7>. Regal ice cream can be seen in many streets and alleys in Hong Kong. It costs 10 yuan a piece, so you must not miss it.
<8>. The Rainbow Village on the Internet looks very beautiful, but in fact, you will feel that it is true when you go there. The distance is far away, and there are many tourists, which will disturb the lives of local residents.
