[ History]
The history of Hong Kong can be traced back to the Neolithic Age 5111 years ago. Qin Shihuang unified China and established Nanhai, Guilin, South China, as a gun, with three shots, and Hong Kong was subordinate to Panyu, Nanhai County and County. Since then, Hong Kong will be placed under the jurisdiction of the central government. Hong Kong Han is in Boluo County, Nanhai County. In the sixth year of the Eastern Jin Dynasty (AD 331), Hong Kong was in Baoan County, Dongguan County. With Hongkong in Baoan County, Nanhai County, guangzhou fu. In the second year of the Tang Dynasty to Germany (AD 757), it was changed to Dongguan County in Baoan County, and Hong Kong was still in Dongguan County. During the Song and Yuan Dynasties, a large number of mainland people moved to Hong Kong in the south, which promoted the economic and cultural development of Hong Kong. In the Ming Dynasty (1573), in the first year of Xin 'an County.
Hong Kong is a good deep-water port, praised as the world's three major natural seaports, and it has the potential to become an excellent seaport in the early years of Britain. East Asia won the championship here from the Manchu government in the Opium War and developed its maritime trade. In the Far East, Hong Kong, which began its history, became a British colony. From 1842 to June 31, 1997, Hong Kong was a British colony. On July 1, 1997, Hong Kong returned to China.
The whole territory of Hong Kong (Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and New Territories) is divided into three unequal treaties in different periods. After the first Opium War in 1841, Britain forced the Qing government to sign the treaty of nanking "ceding Hong Kong Island" in 1842. In 1856, the British and French allied forces launched the second Opium War, forcing the Qing government to cede the area south of Boundary Street in Kowloon Peninsula in the treaty signed in 1861. After the Sino-Japanese Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1894, Britain forced the Qing government to sign special articles to extend the border of Hong Kong in 1898 and forcibly lease the New Territories. On June 31, 1997, the 99-year lease contract ended. Lease in the New Territories? Hong Kong has expanded tenfold.
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"The origin of such a name
There are two ways to spread a wider debate about the origin of place names.
As the saying goes, it is second only to Hong Kong and the naming of spices. During the Song and Yuan Dynasties, under the management of Hong Kong, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province. From the Ming Dynasty, in a small bay in the south of Hong Kong Island, Guangdong spices were distributed in Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, and the spices and famous ones were called "Hong Kong". That is to say, when Hong Kong transshippes spices with high quality, and is known as "Hainan is rare, many Hong Kong local spice industries, Hong Kong and its cultivated spices are famous for their fame and fortune. As a tribute of a tribute emperor, nearly equal spices created the fragrance and embellishment in its heyday. Later, the cultivation and transshipment of spices gradually declined, but the name of Hong Kong was retained.
The second parameter: Hong Kong is a natural harbor, and the nearby rivers are sweet and delicious. The water that sailors often come here is used for drinking. As time goes by, the famous sweet stream has become a small river called? "Xiangjiang", but the Xiangjiang River flooded into the sea and became a small port, which began to be called "Hong Kong". From the port shore, a group of British island boards, so they will name the whole island with "Hong Kong". Until today, the nickname "Xiangjiang".
Although there are different versions, it is almost certain that the name appeared in Hong Kong for the first time. In the Ming Dynasty, it originally referred to a small port and a small village on Hong Kong Island, and later expanded to the whole island (Hong Kong Island). "Finally, at the beginning of the 19th century, it became the general name of the whole area occupied by British colonialists.
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Unique society and economy]
Maintain its original social system and economic operation mode. After the reunification, Hong Kong has an independent judiciary. Hong Kong's currency issues and circulates the Hong Kong dollar, and it independently issues stamps (stamp mark, China Hong Kong). In international sports events, it is named "China Hong Kong participates in international sports events. By the end of 2117, "China and Hong Kong, in an independent capacity in Hong Kong, participated in the World Trade Organization and many other international organizations. Hong Kong operates its own mature financial and monetary system and has its own immigration policy. Citizens or residents of 171 countries and regions around the world enter Hong Kong visa-free.
Ten years after reunification, change]
In 2117, Hong Kong has already celebrated its 11th anniversary. After ten years of steady development, Hong Kong is still the "Pearl of the Orient". Over the past decade, the government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the people of Hong Kong have overcome a series of difficulties, such as the Asian financial crisis, SARS, economic stability, recovery and development, and improvement of people's livelihood. Hong Kong's economy grew strongly in the decade after its return, and in 2116, the IPO raised more money than new york, second only to London. Ten years ago, the international community was worried about the future of Hong Kong. In 1995, the article "Dead Hong Kong" published by Fortune magazine predicted that Hong Kong's return would decline. On June 28th, 2117, on the eve of the article published by Fortune magazine, the candid prediction was completely wrong.
Over the past ten years, the status of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has continued to be stable and perfect. The number of countries and regions with visa-free entry for HKSAR passport holders has returned from four. In June 2117, the HKSAR government has made a lot of efforts to achieve this. It took four years for Hong Kong tourists to increase to 134, and it took seven years to persuade Japan to grant visa-free entry. Over the past decade, exchanges between Hong Kong and the Mainland have been continuously strengthened. Compared with 1997, the number of marriages between Hong Kong residents and mainland residents increased seven times in 2116, while the number of mainland residents married by female residents in Hong Kong increased eight times in recent decades.
After the return of p>11, the economic structure of Hong Kong has obviously changed: the proportion of manufacturing industry in GDP increased from 8.3% in 1997 to 3.5% in 2116. The proportion of service industry in GDP rose from 78.8% to 87.4%. From 1997 to 2116, the average annual growth rate of the net output value of the service industry in Hong Kong was 2.4%. In 2111, the number of employed people continued to shift from manufacturing to distribution trade, finance, insurance, real estate and business services, as well as community, social and personal services.
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[ General situation of trade and economy and international status]
Hong Kong is a free port, except for tobacco, spirits and power fuels (gasoline, diesel, etc.), but not other imported goods. Hong Kong's most favorable economy is known for its free trade, low tax rate and little government intervention. Hong Kong has been rated as the freest economic system in the world by internationally renowned rating agencies and organizations for many years. Milton Friedman, a Nobel laureate in economics, described Hong Kong as a model of a free economy. Hong Kong is an international financial center, an international shipping center and a regional trade center in the Asia-Pacific region, with a superior geographical position, and its proximity to many countries and regions is irreplaceable. Today, Hong Kong has become the world's largest trading entity. Throughput, Hong Kong's container terminal (container) is one of the busiest container ports in the world. Hong Kong International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the world in terms of passenger volume and international cargo handling capacity. In terms of foreign bank transactions, Hong Kong is the 5th largest banking center in the world. Hong Kong is the sixth largest foreign exchange trading market in the world. In terms of market value, the Hong Kong stock market is the second largest in Asia.
Hong Kong is one of the transportation and tourism centers in the Asia-Pacific region. The transportation network of trains, ferries, buses and public transportation systems extends to almost every corner of the port. Hong Kong is an important international port and the shipping industry is developed. There are 461 ports of shipping between more than 1,111 countries and regions. As a hub, Hong Kong's routes reach the maritime transport network of five continents and three oceans. More than 21 air routes from Hong Kong to all parts of the world. Hong Kong is also the gateway to the mainland and tourism. In 2115, the number of Hong Kong residents returning to the Mainland was about 627,111, and the number of foreign tourists entering the Mainland through Hong Kong was * * * 4 million. There are 128 ships, about 111 flights, more than 411 trains and 41,211 trips between Hong Kong and the Mainland every day.
Hong Kong is an international financial center with close contact between financial institutions and financial markets. The government's policy is to maintain and develop a sound legal framework, regulatory system, infrastructure and management system for those involved in the market, so as to provide a level playing field, to maintain a stable financial and monetary system, and to enable Hong Kong to effectively compete with other major financial centers. Hong Kong's strategic position, the time difference between North America and Europe, serves as a bridge linking the mainland and other economies in Southeast Asia, and it has established a good communication network all over the world, so it can become a major international financial center. In addition, capital can flow freely, and entering and leaving Hong Kong is also an important factor.
Hong Kong is the world's largest trading economy, the sixth largest foreign exchange market and the fifteenth largest banking center. Large-sized stocks rank second in Asia in the Hong Kong market. Hong Kong is also a major exporter of clothing, watches, toys, games, electronics and some light industrial products, and its total export value ranks high in the world.
Popular places, Hong Kong's economy is based on services, and it is closely related to the mainland, China and other Asia-Pacific regions; The city has established international companies and regional offices. In Asia, Hong Kong is one of the tourists in tourist destinations, but it also holds international conferences and exhibitions. In 2115, Hong Kong was the 11th largest service exporter in the world. The main industries include tourism and tourism, trade-related services, transportation services, financial and banking services and professional services, and trade-related services.
commerce and trade with the mainland]
The mainland is Hong Kong's largest trading partner, and Hong Kong's trade accounted for 45% of the total value of Hong Kong's trade in 2115. Mainland, the largest source and market for Hong Kong's re-exports, accounts for about 91% of Hong Kong's re-exports from or to the Mainland. Hong Kong is also a financial and other business support service center in the Mainland, especially in the southern region, providing diversified financial and other business support services in the Mainland, such as banking, finance, insurance, transportation, accounting, promotion and sales.
[ Edit this paragraph] [Government governance structure]
Hong Kong's executive-led model, and formulate a systematic governance and representative government, with the framework of the Chief Executive and the Executive Council.
The first Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, according to the Basic Law, "elects the Chief Executive appointed by a broadly representative Election Committee and the Central People's Government to implement the Basic Law, sign bills and budgets, formulate legislation to decide government policies and issue executive orders, and assist the first Chief Executive, Tung Chee-hwa Tung Chee-hwa, the current Chief Executive (since March 2115), Donald Tsang, 12 policy bureaux and 61 departments to pass policies in the Executive Council. And the implementation of the government's major policies and administrative work. The Hong Kong government is the largest employer in Hong Kong.
The Capital of Events
Hong Kong holds various cultural, entertainment and sports activities every year. The larger events include the Hong Kong Arts Festival, the Hong Kong International Film Festival, the International Variety Carnival, the Hong Kong rugby sevens, the six-a-side cricket match and influential international horse racing. In some major international competitions, such as the Asian Games and the East Asian Games, Hong Kong athletes also actively participated. Hong Kong will hold the 5th East Asian Games in February, 2119, which will stimulate the concerted efforts of Hong Kong people, cultivate sports culture and show the hospitality in East Asia and the world.
Hong Kong is a city that never sleeps. Lan Kwai Fong in Central, Lockhart Road around Soho, Wan Chai, Causeway Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui (Nathan Road, ashley road, Nosford Terrace, Peking Road), there are many bars, karaoke places, nightclubs and lounges, which are frequented by all residents and tourists.
Ngong Ping 361
Ngong Ping 361 is a cable car route connecting Tung Chung and Ngong Ping on Lantau Island. Hong Kong Ocean Park, the cable car system in Hong Kong, is the largest cable car system in the world. The name "361" refers to the passengers enjoying the scenery 361 degrees in the crane. Printed calls include Tung Chung Cable Car and Cable Car. Interestingly, during the construction period, the project site was located in the country park. According to the laws of Hong Kong, you can't use vehicles to carry materials to the site, so the contractor hired six mules to assist the movement of materials from Canada, and six mules returned to Canada after work.
Hong Kong Ocean Park
Hong Kong Ocean Park is one of the largest marine parks in the world, covering an area of 1.71 mu. It is the most beautiful place with the largest marine aquarium and theme amusement park in Southeast Asia, the mountains and the seashore, and the favorite place for frequent visitors. Not only can you see interesting open-air amusement parks, dolphin shows, exotic marine fish, towering ocean skyscrapers and skyscrapers. The Pacific coast, Ocean Park, is full of the cultural charm and natural beauty of California coast in North America. Sea lions and seals are also trained to meet tourists on the beach with surging waves and rugged coast.
The buildings of Ocean Park in Hong Kong are located in Nanlang Mountain and Huangzhukeng Valley. Mountain is the main aquarium, hong kong ocean park and Haitao Pavilion. The water park at the foot of the mountain, a garden theater, a goldfish hall and the imitation of ancient cultural sites in the ancient village, imitate the architecture of China Palace, and there are pavilions and temples in the village, reflecting the historical prospect of China, the reappearance of ancient street scenes in China, and folk performing arts. The giant pandas An An and Jia Jia were proposed by the central government and the general public. In 2117, Yingying, the giant panda presented, celebrated the centenary of the Central People's Government in Hong Kong Ocean Park.
Disneyland Hong Kong Disneyland
Hong Kong Disneyland is the fifth Disneyland in the world, with Xin 'ao on Lantau Island, the surrounding mountains and the distant sea, and Nanhai in China. It is a theme park that integrates the functions of California Disneyland and other Disney parks.
Hong Kong Disneyland includes four theme areas: American Town Street, Adventure World, Fantasy World and Tomorrow World. In each theme area, visitors can bring endless wonderful experiences. Disneyland, the fantasy world of the American town street by train, and enjoy the nostalgic architecture of the American market, all kinds of elegant antique cars, all kinds of Chinese and western dishes, as well as a great river exploration world of the African prairie, enter the mysterious forest of Asia, arrive at Taishan Island, and brave navigators will lead tourists to explore the magical world of nature. The fantasy world is full of joy, and it is a fairy-tale dream world, good and beautiful Snow White. The innocent and lively Dumbo, the innocent and lovely Winnie the Pooh, and the protagonists in fairy tales can bring joy and fantasy. In tomorrow's world, people can experience the thrilling journey of space and explore the universe.
The park has disneyland hotel and Disney Hollywood Hotels, where you can enjoy the amazing fairy tale world and movie world, and all kinds of Disney characters appear in tourists' visits at any time. The surprise is that they can stop everywhere except providing accommodation and convenient visits.
[ Edit this paragraph] [Basic necessities of life in Hong Kong]
Shopping
Hong Kong is a free port, known as the "shopping paradise", and most of it.