subject: The Central Business District - The Major Financial And Diplomatic Hub Of Hong Kong [print this page] Hong Kong is a special administrative region of the Peoples Republic of China. Almost a separate nation of its own, Hong Kong is a highly cosmopolitan city with a highly developed capitalist economy. It is one of the top financial centres of the world and is also the most visited destination in Asia. For the traveller, Hong Kong features a wide array of attractions to keep them busy during their visit. Some of the more popular attractions in Hong Kong include Ocean Park, Repulse Bay, Hong Kong Disneyland, Victoria Peak, Wong Tai Sin Temple and the Symphony of the Lights.
The Central Business District of Hong Kong used to be a part of Victoria City located on the citys north shore across the Victoria Harbour in the Kowloon Peninsula. Its close proximity to the Victoria Harbour meant that the area served as a major centre of trade for well over a century. The headquarters of many multinational financial corporations, diplomatic offices, embassies, and consulate offices as well many government offices are also located here.
The Central Business District features many of Hong Kongs most famous landmarks while it is easily accessible through all of Hong Kongs main transportation methods including bus, train, tram and ferry. Some of the popular buildings located here include the AIG Tower, Two International Finance Centre, Entertainment Building, Prince's Building, Hutchison House, Bank of America Building, Hong Kong Club Building and the HSBC main building. Some of the more popular streets in the Central Business District include Arbuthnot Road, Pedder Street, Statue Square, Soho, Hollywood Road and Ice House Street.
Travellers looking for a Kowloon hotel Hong Kong will love the plush comforts offered to them at the Island Shangri-La Hong Kong. Located in the most prestigious business and shopping district of Hong Kong, the Kowloon Shangri-La Hong Kong is an award winning property offering luxurious accommodations for both business and leisure travellers. This Hong Kong luxury hotel also features several award winning restaurants offering a variety of international cuisines and many more star class amenities and services.
by: Pushpitha Wijesinghe
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