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Hong Kong is full of fabulous events and attractions. The following are a few of the must-sees rated by tourists.

Victoria Peak is the best place from which to admire the lights of this Oriental Pearl. Peak Tower with its famous wok-like architecture standing at the exit of Peak Tram. The grotesque Ripley's Believe It or Not! Auditorium, the exciting Peak Explorer Motion Simulator, and the relaxing terraces and restaurants make up this entertainment centre. One favourite attraction is the Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum with figures of celebrities including local movie star Jackie Chan. 

Star Ferry can be both inexpensive and romantic. For shutterbugs a ride on the ferry provides the optimum angle from which to snatch fantastic views of Victoria Harbor.

Ocean Park is among the top theme parks and aquariums in Southeast Asia, as well as the best marine education centre. This is a must for children with its newly added entertaining facilities.

Aberdeen is the essence of a Hong Kong tour. It is hard to imagine that the lighted trawlers are where fishermen and their families live. The Jumbo Floating Restaurant offers superb fresh seafood.

Bars and Pubs

Most bars and pubs are in east Tsim Sha Tsui. The gem is Lan Kwai Fong, which has become the icon of nightlife. A bustling array of restaurants, eateries, pubs and bars makes up Hong Kong's trendiest nightlife area. Beer, alcohol and wine from a myriad of countries could be enjoyed here accompanied by chess, darts and music band.

Locals come here for relaxing and socialising while tourists sample the unique and delightful Hong Kong's nightlife.

Nightclubs

Nightclubs come in two flavours: western or Chinese. Western nightclubs or cabarets cater to foreigners and tourists. Chinese nightclubs are adapted versions for the Chinese. The entertainment and dining package is suitable for both business and family occasions. Performance includes singing, acrobats, folk dances and Cantonese Opera.

Disco

Discos are popular among young people with its trendy designs, lights and music. They are in big hotels around Tsim Sha Tsui, Wan Chai and Central.

Cinemas

Hong Kong is the world's third largest film producer. More than 100 cinemas screen the latest films from the world. Watching films in cinemas like JP Causeway Bay is an ideal choice for relaxation after dining and shopping. 

Festivals

Chinese (Lunar) New Year

Although this may seem like an ideal time to go to Hong Kong, many shops and restaurants close down during the Chinese New Year. However, unlike Christmas in Europe where you can hardly find shops open on this big day, you can still get food and daily products easily during Lunar New Year.

Spring Lantern Festival

If you go to Victoria Park of Hong Kong Island, you will have a great excursion of this tradition Chinese festival. A great deal of beautiful lanterns can be found.

Ching Ming Festival

This festival in Spring is also known as grave sweeping day. As a tradition, members of the Chinese family go to the grave of their ancestors, sweep away the leaves and remove weeds around the grave area, with a view to showing respect to the deceased. Paper offerings are also burned including fake money.

Cheung Chau Bun Festival

This is centred on the tiny island of Cheung Chau. In the past the festival has involved competitions with people climbing Bun Towers to snatch buns. After the accidental collapse of a bun tower in 1978 due to overload of people, the competition was abandoned. It was resumed in 2005 with new safety measures.