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Hong Kong Official Facts
- Official Language: English and Chinese
- Population: 6,970,000
- Currency: Hong Kong Dollar, HKD
- Major Religions:
Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Christianity, Islam - Major Exports:
Consumer goods, raw materials, metals (iron and steel), semi-manufactures, capital goods, foodstuffs, and fuels
Weather in Hong Kong
Hong Kong's climate is humid and subtropical. Summer is hot and humid with occasional showers and thunderstorms. Winter weather usually starts sunny and becomes cloudy towards February.
Teaching Abroad in Hong Kong Overview:
The international martial arts phenomenon Jackie Chan hails from Hong Kong and if you want to engulf yourself in a culture filled with history as well as neon lights, than you will find a way to get here, ASAP! Hong Kong is one of the most colorful and cosmopolitan cities in the world, offering something for everyone, from street markets and mouthwatering Cantonese cuisine to one of the world's most spectacular skylines. There are influences from a host of countries. Double-decker buses will remind you of Piccadilly Circus in London but don't fool yourself into thinking that the culture has strayed from its uniquely Chinese past. Taoist temples dot the countryside and major metropolitan centers. The locals are very welcoming of English teachers working in Hong Kong. Bring an appreciation for the diverse and a love for oranges. Hong Kong residents consume more oranges than anywhere else on earth!
Interesting Facts About Hong Kong
- The city's name, Hong Kong, means Fragrant Harbor.
- In Hong King, people eat long noodles on their birthday, so they might be blessed with a long life.
- Hong Kong has the most skyscrapers in the world. Classified as buildings with more than 14 floors, Hong Kong has around 8000, almost double that of New York-its nearest rival.
- The most popular car in Hong Kong is the Rolls Royce. Hong Kong has more Rolls Royces per person than anywhere in the world, making it the Rolls capital of the world.
Highlights of Working Abroad in Hong Kong
- Enjoy the wonderful world of Cantonese cuisine - the best Dim-Sum in the world.
- Public transportation provides easy access to spectacular spots for hiking, cycling, and rock climbing.
- Travel outside the city to get a glimpse of more traditional lifestyles, eat some freshly caught fish, and join an army of old ladies for Tai Chi.
- The variety and pace of this vibrant and ever changing city should keep the most demanding people satisfied.
- Hong Kong is a shopper's paradise, with something for everyone. The city has a wide range of the world's leading boutiques, electronics and jeweler shops, not to mention some local markets that are a must-see.
Festivals in Hong Kong
Chinese New Year
The Chinese New Year is the most important festival in Hong Kong. The celebration is a little different from that of mainland China. In Hong Kong, the streets are filled with colorful floats, dragon dancers and street entertainers. At night, there are glittering fireworks over Victoria Harbor welcoming the New Lunar Year. There are also amazing flower displays all over the city at this time.
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