Lion/Dragon Dances
Lion dances are famous world-wide. This colorful display
of large lion costumes dancing about is especially popular
during festive occasions. This 'kung-fu' style fanfare
is sometimes performed on special events such as corporate
anniversaries and the opening of new businesses, as it
is said that lion dances can bring good luck. The lion
is considered a holy animal and seen as a spirit that
has its own importance in Chinese mythology. Lion dances
are usually accompanied by the blasting of firecrackers
to scare away evil spirits. At times, lion dances are
complemented with dragon dances. Dragon dances are different
from lion dances in the way it is performed. The difference
is in the way the dragon is held atop by a group of performers
who move the giant puppet from the outside by walking
in simultaneous patterns to make the dragon appear as
if it is flying. |
Hong Kong's Most Fashionable Dining Hotspots
- SoHo Area
The SoHo area ('South of Hollywood Road') on Hong Kong
Island and Knutsford Terrace in Tsim Sha Tsui are two
of Hong Kong's most fashionable dining hotspots and perfect
for a romantic meal. The gastronomic choices available
in these compact, bustling areas of bars and restaurants
are astonishing. French, Italian, German, Vietnamese,
Spanish, Indian, Mongolian, Chinese - you'll delight in
this United Nations of unforgettable wining and dining. |
Tea Drinking
Tea drinking is a serious business in both Hong Kong and
the Chinese Culture. Today, this culture remains a thriving
tradition. Ardent tea enthusiasts often have their own
special tea pots, which is commonly made of clay, when
they go for their tea drinking sessions. It is said that
the smaller the teapot, the better the tea. The smell
of the tea is instilled in the pot and the fragrant is
thus stronger. |
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