Hong Kong Residential 2: Home Journey

Author: Bayside Publishing Limited
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Publish Date: 2002-06-01
Features: Hong Kong, also known as the Fragrant Harbor, enjoys world-class advanced levels in transportation, tourism, housing, and leisure and entertainment, making it a renowned international financial center. Unfortunately, despite its reputation as the "Pearl of the Orient," Hong Kong covers less than 1,100 square kilometers, making it extremely expensive to live in with limited space, often described as a "tiny dot on the map." Due to its unique geographical location, many housing buildings are either nestled against mountains or by the sea, showcasing strong local characteristics. Hong Kong was ceded and leased to Britain in 1842 and only regained sovereignty in 1997, during which time hundreds of thousands of foreigners settled there. Out of their passion, these foreigners used their talents to build cozy and elegant homes with distinct foreign styles: American, European, or Spanish. This blend of Eastern and Western influences has created this beautiful harbor.