Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a special administrative region of the People’s Republic of China. It is located in East Asia and bordered by mainland China to the north, south, east and west. The territory covers an area of 1,104 square kilometres (426 sq mi) and has a population of over 7 million people as of 2020. Hong Kong consists mainly of the island district with its surrounding islands including Lantau Island, Lamma Island and Cheung Chau; two urban areas: Kowloon Peninsula on one side across Victoria Harbour from Central Hong Kong Island; New Territories which includes outlying rural areas on both sides along Mainland Chinese border stretching up to Deep Bay near Shenzhen city in Guangdong province; plus more than 200 small offshore islands around them.

The history dates back to 1841 when British forces captured it during First Opium War then ceded it to Britain under Treaty Of Nanking signed at end same war . After 99 years later , In 1997 sovereignty was transferred to China following handover ceremony between UK Prime Minister John Major & Chinese Premier Mr Teng Xiaoping ending 156 years British colonial rule . Though having different political system & legal system compared with rest parts Mainland China , HK still retains high degree autonomy status through “One Country Two System” policy granting freedom for citizens living there .

As an international financial centre since 19th century onwards thanks unique combination natural deep harbour port & strategic location connecting Asia Pacific regions together , HongKong remains important hub for world economy playing role bridge between global markets & regional investors enabling trading activities conveniently without interruption or delay hence making business cost effective way for companies who wish expand their businesses outside domestic market throughout South-East Asian countries too even further away such Europe America etc

Since return sovereignty To PRC government in 1997 Other major changes had happened like opened free trade zone allowing foreign investments freely establish offices there while strictly limiting labour movements due tight control imposed by central authorities maintain stability public order safeguard national security interests sensitively politically speaking Most importantly This policy also helped attract numerous talented professionals have strong desire take advantages opportunities offered advance career paths contribute nation’s development process significantly

Besides being vital commercial center featuring modern architecture skyscrapers glittering skyline night view wide range multi cultural events constantly taking place year round large number tourist attractions include theme parks cable cars hike trails religious sites festivals shows glamorous shopping malls trendy restaurants bars excellent hotels providing great services travellers visit experience what really feels live metropolitan city where dynamic life style energetic young generation combines harmoniously traditional values resulting vibrant atmosphere attracting millions local residents foreigners alike enjoy every moment stay here simply unforgettable memory once experienced never forgotten