Hong Kong is a city with a rich history, a vibrant present and, as one of the world’s major economic centres, undoubtedly a bright future.

The city is set amidst an exceptionally photogenic landscape of numerous peninsulas, islands, bays and mountains reaching heights of almost 1,000 metres. Hong Kong’s skyline is made up of hundreds of skyscrapers, the density of which is the highest of any city in the world.

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However, Hong Kong will captivate you not only with its tall buildings, but also with its surprisingly extensive natural areas criss-crossed by dozens of kilometres of hiking trails, whilst many of the islands boast beautiful subtropical beaches with fine sand.

Thanks to nearly 100 years of British rule, European and Chinese influences are still strongly intertwined in Hong Kong.

Although Hong Kong is an integral part of China, it forms a Special Administrative Region (the “Hong Kong SAR”), which grants the city extensive autonomy. Tourists from most countries around the world can therefore travel to Hong Kong without a visa, unlike mainland China. A similar status is enjoyed by neighbouringMacau, which is a popular destination for day trips from Hong Kong.