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The best way to explore Hong Kong is to pick a neighborhood and head out. Most of Hong Kong is serviced via the MTR, hence this categories name, however, there are also quite a few places worth seeing by either bus or ferry. I've summarized my favorite neighborhoods and what makes them distinct below.
HONG KONG ISLAND
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CHAI WAN
The far end of the Island Line. |
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SHAU KEI WAN
Museum of Naval Defense, several small temples, and a bustling meat and vegetable market. |
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TIN HAU
Nearby Tai Hing is my favorite section of Hong Kong because of the small city block atmosphere. |
KOWLOON
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KOWLOON CITY
Home to Hong Kong's "Thai Town" and within range of a few worthwhile religious sites. |
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KWUN TONG
This appears to be an up and coming area - new buildings and a new waterfront promenade |
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MONG KOK
Holds the Guiness World Record for "Busiest District"...it's pretty busy. |
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SHAM SHUI PO
Densely populated neighborhood that bursts with activity after working hours. |
NEW TERRITORIES
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SHA TIN
Mega "suburb" with a Horse Track, 10,000 Buddhas Monastery, and exposure to Hong Kong daily life. |
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TAI PO / FANLING
Two large residential areas north of Sha Tin on the Eastern line. Good food and walled villages. |
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YUEN LONG
Large district deep in the Northwest Corner of New Territories - a little more lively than Sha Tin and Tai Po. |