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Mid-Levels Escalator
The Central-Mid-levels escalator in Hong Kong is the longest outdoor covered escalator system in the world. Linking the Central and Mid-Level districts of the city, the escalator snakes its way through some exclusive and expensive real estate. Its 20 sections offer jump-off points at every street it crosses, which has led to the development of an “escalator culture” of trendy bars, cafes, restaurants and Chinese medicine stalls along its route.Be warned though, the escalator only goes in one direction at a time - down towards Central in the morning then back up the hill in the afternoon. There are steps alongside but it would be a shame, not to mention hard work, to do the journey against the flow.
The whole system is 800 meters long, the vertical climb is 135 meters. Total travel time is 20 minutes, but most people walk while the system moves to shorten the travel time. Due to its vertical climb, the same distance is equivalent to several miles of zigzagging roads if travelled by car. It consists of 20 escalators and 3 moving sidewalks. Daily traffic exceeds 45,000 people. It has been operating since 1993. It cost HK$ 240 million (around US $30 million) to build. The estimated cost of electricity used by the system is HK$ 500,000 (US $65,000).
It was officially opened to the public on October 15, 1994. It plays a very important role in transport linkage in Hong Kong since it links Des Voeux Road, in Central with Conduit Road in the Mid-levels, passing through narrow streets.
The escalator runs downhill from 6am to 10am and uphill from 10:30am to midnight everyday. Apart from its significance in transport linkage, it is also a tourist attraction, with many restaurants, bars, and shops lining its route.
It is managed by the Guardian Property Management Limited.
Hong Kong Island is dominated by steep, hilly terrain, which makes it the home of some rather unusual methods of transport up and down the slopes.
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Stanley
Stanley Market, located just up the road from the harbor, is the highlight of Stanley. Over the years it's become known for its bargains, which includes silk garments, sportswear, art, Chinese costumes, souvenir, ornaments and a host of fantastic crafts. It is one of the famous open-air markets in Hong Kong. Strolling in this street and bargaining with the shrewd venders is something most travelers find amusing to try. Along the Stanley Street, there is a temple called Tin Hau Temple (the temple of the Queen of Heaven and Protectress of Seafarers which was built in 1767. tanley Prison,
The Flagstaff House or Headquarter House
Situated in the beautiful Hong Kong Park and overlooking the ultramodern mania of Central, Flagstaff House is the oldest surviving colonial building in Hong Kong. The Flagstaff House or Headquarter House, constructed in 1844 to 1846, was the office and residence of the Commander of British Forces in Hong Kong. t was converted to the Museum of Tea Ware in 1984, with a new wing, The K.S. Lo Gallery, added in 1995. Alongside its exhibitions, the Museum holds regular presentations and lecture programmes to promote Chinese tea drinking culture.
Opening Hours:
10:00 am - 5:00 pm daily
Tsim Sha Tsui
Another great view of the spectacular Victoria Harbour/Hong Kong Island waterfront, this esplanade runs from the Star Ferry terminal to Hung Hom. This is where Hong Kong couples go in the evenings for a romantic backdrop while necking, but day or night the view is superb. The mega shopping arcades of Ocean Terminal, Ocean Centre and Harbour City, which are all connected by enclosed walkways, as well as the Golden Mile along Nathan Road. This area offers you non-stop shopping opportunities from Harbour City to TST East.
From the massive Ocean Terminal/Harbour City, head up Peking Road, past
Times Square
The vast Times Square building houses nine floors of shops, and has a spectacular exterior with a huge electronic clock: the venue for the big millennium countdown in 2000. TIMES SQUARE is the landmark of Causeway Bay. With exits connected to Hennessy Road, Percival Road, Canal Road, Sharp Street East and Russell Street, it is easily accessible by private car or by public transport.
The car park of TIMES SQUARE opens 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week. The 4 basement levels provide 700 parking spaces. Hourly or monthly parking is provided. In addition, parking spaces for cars and
