Hong Kong Culture

Here’s a list of our articles on Hong Kong Culture, from sharing fascinating local traditions to capturing the quirks of the city.

Attractions to Visit

• Travel Guide to Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery – Make a trip to this amazing Monastery and learn about Chinese religion (Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism). Did you know that there are 12,800 Buddhas statues in the main hall and each has a different posture?
• Yuen Po Street Bird Garden – In Chinese culture, bird lovers enjoy taking their pets out for a walk!
• Hong Kong Wet Market – When it comes to food, we believe freshness is always king.

Festivals

• Favourite Chinese New Year Traditions -Without a doubt, Chinese New Year is the perfect time to learn about Chinese culture! From lion dance to Lai Si, it’s time to soak up the atmosphere!

Local Quirks

• Mahjong – We know this is the locals’ favourite game. But we weren’t expecting these Mahjong wall-tiles!
• Ethnic Minority – Guest post by Kooky, a Filipino girl who grows up in Hong Kong.
• Never Too Old to Party – Spotted in town – this man is a trooper!
• Villain Hitting – The “witches” of Hong Kong, who help to put curses on people and get rid of your bad luck!
• The Culture of Pushing – The lack of space in Hong Kong means that we have a very diiferent defintiion for “Arm’s length”.
• Umbrella Man – Mr. Ho Hung Hee, the 1994 Guinness World Record holder for making the most expensive umbrella in the world
• Post No Bills – Advertisements in Hong Kong is getting out of hand!
• Hong Kong Signboards – Interesting signboards spotted around Hong Kong
• Dogs’ Statements – Dogs in prams and dogs that love a good protest