Chinese New Year

Fireworks explode in the streets

Hong Kong, China

On the streets with tiny shops exploding fireworks. This noise is worn over the skyscrapers in the sky and over the thick smoke. Young men with muscles frantically beating on their drums, gongs and cymbals. Everyone wants to create a larger sound of his instrument. Lions and dragons playfully dancing in the streets. Wind carries smoke flavor of burning incense. It's Chinese New Year. This is probably the funniest annual celebration in Hong Kong. Filled with the same slow, joy and rituals as they were held for centuries. 

Hong Kong consists of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon Peninsula and several islands. This area is located in southeast China. Has an international airport in Hong Kong. Hong Kong's best to be explored on foot. Or use the excellent public transport system consisting of metro, tram, buses and taxis. In January the weather is mostly dry. Temperatures are around 13 to 18 degrees.

Wherever they are weaned colored lions and their noise drives away the previous year. Also drove the evil spirits and bad luck. Dance with lions began in the days after New Year. And they begin preparations for a few days before. All cleaned homes and offices to erase the old year. Many people decorate their doors and windows with symbols of prosperity, joy, longevity and marriage. On the evening of New Year, families gather around the table with gorgeous dishes. Leave doors and windows open to take the luck the New Year. At midnight go outside to light fireworks. Hong Kong offers more show of all Chinese cities. Hundreds of thousands of spectators watch the sky like a TV screen.

The next day after the new year you can walk to shops for flowers, where Chinese buy flowers to decorate your home for the holiday. Explore temples where people pray for health and wellbeing. Whatever you do you will be immersed in this city.

Hong Kong is a compact place with two major urban areas. On the north Kowloon and on Hong Kong Island south. They are connected by ferries and railways. Remote areas and islands by Chinese former Portuguese colony of Macau are also fascinating.

Ten days in colorful China

Days 1-2

Head directly to the city and spend the first days in the chaotic and colorful Kowloon, which in most part Chinese. Shop at Nathan Road and compass required stores as "Jane Market" of Kansu Street. Night night visit Temple Street store and see how they have reduced prices.

Day-3

Explore the harbor, moving on to the ferry Tsentral of Largo. They start from Square statue, with its historic buildings and impressive modern architecture should walk along Hollywood Road and visit the mystical temple "Mo Man". Finally, grab rail "Peak" to Victoria Peak to see the famous view of the then brilliant as Hong Kong.

Days 4-6

Leave the city and visit the two islands nearby. To start climb a ferry to the island Chyomh Chaou. This is a beautiful traditional fishing colony shipyards, ports and temples. Then navigate to Lantau Island and visit the monastery of the Great Buddha and the monastery "By Lynn". Spend the evenings, looking at the coastline of Kowloon.

Day-7

Spend the day at Disneyland, Hong Kong. Finally, the slow pace with a picnic in the lovely botanical garden.

Day 8-10

For the big finale of your visit to Hong Kong, spend the last days, utilizing local Christmas customs and traditions. Watch unparalleled fireworks from the harbor. Join the parade in the streets and shop in fancy shops

Tips

• Do not rent a car to view the city. Public transport is easily accessible
• Many guidebooks recommend avoiding the center on Sundays, because Filipino women spend his only free day for picnics and chatter on the streets and stops. It may be interesting.
• When is Sunday, avoid walking in areas with a view, because there are too many tourists and will impede the view.