Episode 15: Victoria Peak

They say that, if you only see one thing in Hong Kong, it should be Victoria Peak. Being the highest point in Hong Kong, it has the most beautiful view of the city and harbour. About 7 million tourists come to Victoria Peak yearly to enjoy the view and wander around in the commercial centres. One of them, the Peak Tower, offers the highest 360 degree observation platform that rises 428 meters above sea level.In the 19th century, the peak and its slopes attracted the European residents of Hong Kong because of its breathtaking views, clearer air and better climate. For some time, the peak was a restricted living area for Europeans, but later it developed into a very rich neighbourhood, which it remains until today. The most expensive location in the world is located nearby, on Barker Road, a little downhill from the main observation deck. If you walk a little further up the hill, in Mountain Lodge, the former Governor's summer residence, you will find the beautiful Victoria Peak Garden - a quite peculiar Chinese style garden with vast open space and large lawns.This is a truly beautiful yet somewhat touristy area in which to walk around, enjoy the panoramic views, shop and dine, so we are going to leave you here to enjoy yourself.We hope that you enjoyed the tour and that you will not get lost on your way back.
Photo 1 hong kong panorama 2011 dusk victoria peak by chensiyuan is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0