Saturday, November 2, 2019

Victoria Harbour - Hong Kong

Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong seen from "The Peak - Victoria Peak (552 m), the highest point on Hong Kong Island. 

Photo by Jacky Yeung
HK-102515, sent by KH.
"Victoria Harbour is a natural landform harbour situated between Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula in Hong Kong. The harbour's deep, sheltered waters and strategic location on the South China Sea was instrumental in Hong Kong's establishment as a British colony and its subsequent development as a trading centre. 

Throughout its history, the harbour has seen numerous reclamation projects undertaken on both shores, but still retains its founding role as a port for thousands of international vessels each year. 

HK-657973, sent by Dorothy.
Long famous for its spectacular views, the harbour is a major tourist attraction of Hong Kong. Lying in the middle of the territory's dense urban region, the harbour is the site of annual fireworks displays and its promenades are popular gathering places for tourists and residents." - in: wikipedia

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