Joanna James
Tipped to be one of Asia's most romantic cities, couples heading to Hong Kong have a plethora of highlights to experience during the holiday. Here are 5 most romantic locations in the island nation.
Couples who are looking for panoramic and sweeping views of Hong Kong will find no finer alternative to the iconic Peak observation deck. As the nation's tallest viewing platform, The Peak offers travellers breathtaking views of the country's landscapes from a vaulted height of 428m. Couples should ideally visit The Peak and head to the platform during the last few hours of day light as the location remains one of the top places to catch the sunset in Hong Kong. Don't forget to take a bottle of wine or a picnic spread before travelling on The Peak Tram terminus as the nearby Peak Gardens provides the perfect backdrop in which to unwind after catching the spectacular views from above.
Although the legend associated with the naming of this particular waterfall is only tragically romantic, the sheer size of this mammoth cascade makes it a favourite meeting point for lovers of all ages. While a bride is known to have fallen and drowned in the depths of the waterfall, it does not diminish the charm and beauty of this frothy cascade that can be easily reached by trekking up a trail lined with tropical foliage. In fact, hiking and nature loving couples will find the journey up to the waterfall just as captivating as the final destination due to the tranquillity and picturesque landscapes in which Bride's Pool is situated.
Occupying pride of place close to Stanley, Chung Hom Kok Beach is a breathtaking beach paradise that's far removed from the hustle and bustle of cosmopolitan Hong Kong. The peace and quiet is what makes this beach hub the perfect getaway for couples and the romantically inclined as one can enjoy a meal or catch the sunset without large crowds and onlookers in this corner of the city. Perfect for barbeques and other beachfront activities, a trip to Chung Hom Kok Beach with a loved one is a must for all first timers heading to Hong Kong.
Located in the New Territories, this scenic piece of land known as Grass Island is one of the quaintest portions of Sai Kung Country Park. Surrounded by lush landscapes and green hills, the fresh air and the tranquillity of this terrain which includes grazing cows is what couples will appreciate. Day time is the perfect time to enjoy a quick hike in Tap Mun which is also a popular camp site in Hong Kong.
Those based at Dorsett Wanchai Hong Kong or any similar 4.5 star hotel in Hong Kong will find that there's no better place to enjoy a cocktail or a romantic night out than a visit to the Wooloomooloo Rooftop Bar. Offering 360-degree views of Victoria Harbour and the island as a whole, the fantastic ambience of this sky piercing bar and restaurant is hard to beat.
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