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Tsim Sha Tsui | An in-depth look
Found on the top edge of Hong Kong’s peninsula next to Victoria Harbour, Tsim Sha
Tsui is known for its legendary view of the city’s harbour. Any first time visitors to
Hong Kong should make this neighbourhood a top priority.
Want to know what Hong Kong’s version of the Hollywood Walk of Fame looks like? You’re
in luck, The Avenue of Stars is Hong Kong’s answer to the famous walk, but with a much
more scenic backdrop. It’s located next to the breath-taking Victoria Harbour, giving way
to a waterfront view of the city’s iconic skyline.
Anyone who wants to sample the
best shopping and nightlife district
in Kowloon, look no further than
Tsim Sha Tsui. Roadside dining and
eclectic local shops are packed
along neon-lit Nathan Road, while
luxury malls line nearby Canton
Road. Then of course there is the
Hong Kong Cultural Centre, the
biggest multipurpose performance
facility in the city. Whether you are
into operas, dances, plays and
musical performances – you will
find something to tickle your fancy
here throughout the year. The
main concert hall is large, with the
capacity to hold over 2,000 people.
During the Cultural Centre’s offhours,
there are usually free foyer
programmes and art exhibitions to
take in.
Found just five minutes away from
the K11 shopping mall, Kowloon
Park is the place to go to escape
the city’s relentless energy and to
enjoy some greenery and get away
from the skyscrapers. It’s also a
surprisingly good place to indulge
in some birdwatching – in the
centre of the park there’s a pond
full of flamingos and an aviary with
exotic parrots and cockatoos. A
swimming pool and health centre
are located on the north side of the
park, and if you’re not interested
in squats or squash, there’s a
McDonald’s in the same building
too!
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