Joanna James
The area known as Kowloon consists of the northern section of Hong Kong. Kowloon is always an engrossing part of the city to visit, offering a myriad of interesting sights that will appeal to the sightseer, like those below.
Undoubtedly the entrancing Symphony of Lights is a must see spectacle in Kowloon. Victoria Harbour is a splendid sight in its own right, but the Symphony of Lights takes the experience to a different level. You will see that this stunning multimedia presentation sets the harbour alight, providing a breathtaking sight for the observer. Considered to rank amongst the world's outstanding light shows, the Symphony of Lights has become an iconic feature of the city of Hong Kong. An array of lasers, searchlights, LED screens and other kinds of lighting are employed in this remarkable show.
History and culture lovers visiting Hong Kong should take the opportunity to visit the remarkable Hong Kong Museum of History. This museum features eight permanently displayed exhibitions in addition to a number of temporary displays. One of the most engrossing permanent exhibits is The Hong Kong Story, a feature which describes the development of the city-state, extending from its beginnings as a fishermen's village, through the colonial period, and finally to its modern status as a financial hub. Additionally, you will also find exhibitions depicting the area of Hong Kong in prehistoric times as well as the occupation by the Japanese in World War II.
Another popular sightseeing attraction in Kowloon is the Avenue of Stars, which is an attractive promenade adjoining the waterfront that is situated in the district of Tsim Sha Tsui. Similar to the Walk of Fame in Hollywood, the Avenue of Stars honours the individuals who have contributed greatly to the local movie industry. You will see that each of the numerous plaques to be found at the avenue contains the autograph as well as the handprint of the featured celebrity. Visitors will find that the lights installed on the avenue's floor add to its allure.
If you enjoy visiting religious attractions, make it a point to experience the charming Wong Tai Sin Temple. This tranquil and pleasant shrine honours all of China's important religions; namely Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. In addition to the magnificent grand hall, other attractions to be found at this temple include the Taoist shrine, the Nine Dragons Wall and the Three Saint Hall. You will see that the principal temple complex has been constructed in accordance with Chinese architectural traditions, featuring a golden roof and red pillars. An accommodation choice to consider from which this temple would be within convenient reach would be Dorsett Kwun Tong, which may be considered to be a pleasingly located Hong Kong Kowloon East hotel.
As its name indicates this popular market in Kowloon is devoted to jade, the attractive semiprecious stone. Here you will find a multitude of traders offering a mesmerizing selection of jade items, including ornaments, fashion jewellery, pendants, rings and more. The actual price of each of these items depends on the stone's quality, with the purest stones featuring a green colour being very costly. On the other hand also available are fairly inexpensive brown and yellow jade which you can pick up for a moderate cost. In addition to jewellery, Jade Market also offers objects such as drawings, Chinese fans, swords and other interesting articles.
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