Monastery Man: the monastery is situated in the old part of the city Hong Kong. It is built in honor of the Taoist gods of Literature (Man) and Martial Arts (Mo), sitting near each other on the main altar. They symbolize the unity of education and strength.

Ocean Park / Median Kingdom / Water World – these are different names of one of the most beautiful places in Hong Kong. You will see here the longest escalators in the world, Ocean Theatre with dolphins, an aquarium with sharks, exotarrium with reef fish, children's water park, insight into 5000 years old history of China with the help of stage characters and many others. Open from 10.00 to 18.00. Admission to the territory is USD 20.00 for adults and USD 10.00 for children under 12 years. Guided tour 4-6 hours (without lunch) with a visit of attractions for adults is USD 50.00, for a child - USD 30.00. With dinner - + USD 20.00.

Victoria Peak. On a clear day you can overlook the panoramic view of Hong Kong from a viewing platform at a height of 373 meters. At the top of the mountain peak you will be taken with a mountain tram, overcoming distance 3,5 km in 8 minutes at an angle of inclination of 45 0. At the top of the peak there are restaurants and shops.

St.John`s Cathedral. The Anglican cathedral, surrounded by trees, was built in 1849. It is one of the oldest buildings of European architecture in Hong Kong. It is completed in early English Gothic architecture style of 13 century.

Tin Hau Temple (Yau Ma Tei). It is a Daoist Monastery. Its main temple is dedicated to the Daoist goddess of the sea Tin Hau. It was built more than a century ago in Hong Kong. The symbol of protection of seafarers and ships from the marine element is situated a few meters from the sea, creating the illusion of an underwater temple, which rose from the sea.

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