Hong Kong is a city steeped in a rich, tumultuous history. It is a story of sea gods and opium wars, fishermen, farmers, and warlords. In addition to its own unique history, Hong Kong's status as Special Administrative Region (SAR) makes it an easy point of access for Westerners to begin to explore the vast terrain of Chinese history, folk art, and religion. Antique shops, temples, beautifully curated museums, and traditional dining experiences make this living history fun and interactive--available as folklore, history lesson, shopping spree, or four-course meal! The many temples in Hong Kong are the best place to get a sense of the way history lives in this city. Spiritual practices, thousands of years old, are observed every day in a variety of intriguing venues. next...