Having a Break

While the city and its crowds were a bit stressing for us, the Hongkongers just took their relaxed break wherever needed.

British Heritage

Driving on the left is one of the few things, that still reminds you of the colonial era. Barely any historical buildings are left, as space is rare and money is big in HK.

Seaside

Of course there is not just one, but even four subway lines crossing the Victoria Harbour between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. Nevertheless, the ferries offer a much better view on the impressive skyscrapers.

Getting Around

Everything is so dense in HK, that even the "Ding Ding" trams are double-deckers. A cheap and relaxed way to discover Hong Kong Island, if you are not in a rush.

Aberdeen

Out of the city, we thought. Into a more moderate climate, we thought. Actually the thermometer at one of the beaches we passed on the way to Aberdeen showed 38°C, with humidity close to the maximum. Unter these conditions and still a bit jet-lagging it wasn't really a joy to discover the fish market and floating village of Aberdeen with several thousand fishermen living on their boats right next to unbelievable high apartment blocks. Next time I have to be better climate and timezone adjusted!

Escape

Still not adjusted to the tropical climate, we started another attempt. We took the tram up on the city's highest mountain, Victoria Peak, instead of hiking. Out of the urban jungle you get dropped right into the real one – with a breathtaking view of Hong Kong's skyline on top.

Bye Bye, Hong Kong

Somehow we were glad to leave this hot, humid, overcrowded concrete jungle after three days – but looking back, we just may not have been ready yet to immerse deeper in the city's culture and history.