China's Second System

Hong Kong captures the best of Great Britain (beer, traffic laws) and China (noodles, bargain shopping). This city runs day and night with a bustle that makes midtown Manhattan seem like Mayberry. Think upscale Blade Runner. I am staying in Wan Chai which has most of the big shopping malls as well as a hopping night scene. Unfortunately, the night scene is largely "adult" bars so I headed towards some the cleaner trendy area around NoHo (North of Hollywood Road).

NoHo sits right on the Central Escalator which at 800 meters is the longest in the world. The escalator is a perfect way to move up and down the steep hills outside of Central Hong Kong. The sides of the escalator are littered with dozens of charming restaurants and bars. Most are full with European and Australian expats creating an exciting international vibe. Glad that I came. Wish I had time to stay longer.

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benjgolf on May 19, 2007 from Hong Kong (historical), Hong Kong

from the travel blog: Tour de Asia

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