The Pearl of Asia

Hong Kong- where East meets West

My travel plan didn't include Hong Kong in the first place. But again, because of the rearrangements necessary I saw the little time window opening for a brief visit in that magnificent city.
Without knowing much about the city, history or culture I just wanted to check the place out- feel the vibe of the city and try to get a glimpse of what it is about. Well- that worked out perfectly!

The city is just this gigantic melting pot: where Asia meets the world, where commerce, tourism and Buddhism friendly coexist and monks between the skyscrapers perform their prayers. I only saw a little piece of the city: the Big Buddha, The Hong Kong Museum of History, the Symphony of Lights, the Peak Tower and some parks, local restaurants and bars. But what I saw just made me aware that this place needs further exploration from my side.

I am glad I celebrated my big travel finale here and not somewhere else. Having time to reflect on what has happened, what I experienced and on all those wonderful people I have met was necessary to be ready for tomorrow when my flight takes off from HKG in the night from November 11. to the 12...

 

Destination: BERLIN!