Victoria Harbor

Victoria Harbor is named after Queen Victoria, who ruled the UK for 63 years (1837-1901), a time of unprecedented economic and cultural prosperity in the country. In 1861, when China signed an agreement to cede this territory to Great Britain, the island bay between Kowloon peninsula and Hong Kong island was named Victoria. With its deep and calm waters and strategic location in the South China Sea, Victoria Harbor played an important role in the process of being a British colony from the early years of the 19th century and later developing into a Bustling, bustling commercial center, a proud symbol of Hong Kong. Victoria Harbor is deep enough for large ships to dock and is shielded from the wind by the towering mountains of Hong Kong Island. It seems to be naturally and perfectly curved in a semicircle around the north coast of Hong Kong so that the high waves cannot invade. Throughout its history, Victoria Harbor has always played the role of a major port that attracts thousands of international commercial ships each year.

For the people of Hong Kong, Victoria Harbor can be considered as the birthplace of their city because it has witnessed countless turning points in the formation and development of residential and economic communities. society. It is the deep waters around Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon peninsula that are the cradle of bustling fishing villages and the premise for the formation of a bustling commercial center with towering, modern high-rise buildings. .

The port is very scientifically and logically planned, including 2 main areas to serve the needs of sea trade as well as tourism needs. As the third largest port in the world (after San Francisco in the US and Rio de Janeiro in Brazil), Victoria Harbor is bustling day and night with hundreds of cruise ships, cargo ships and fishing boats coming in and out every day. day.

Referring to Victoria Harbour, those who love to travel will immediately think of the picturesque nightscape with rows of bright neon lights reflected in the still water and then reflected in the beautiful starry night sky; or the endless horizons for the backdrop of towering buildings that overlap the distant mountains on Hong Kong Island.

Today, many buildings are built and modernized to meet the visiting needs of millions of tourists from all over the world. From green parks with promenades along both sides of the bay, to high-end, modern shopping centers, luxurious cafes and restaurants...

Coming to Victoria Harbor, you can take a walk to see the bustling and bustling scene of one of the most modern commercial ports in the world; or experience taking the Star Ferry (7-8 minutes) or rent a boat to stroll on the bay to admire the magnificent, majestic bay with endless horizon; or check-in at the Avenue of Stars (Avenue of Stars); or enjoy “A Symphony of Lights” which runs for approximately 14 minutes from 8pm every night. The best time to visit Victoria Harbor is in the late afternoon, when the sun is falling all over the bay creating beautiful horizons with golden hues, and when night falls, it will be time for you to enjoy the light party. splendid light.

Located in the heart of Hong Kong, you can easily visit Victoria Harbor at any time and from anywhere in Hong Kong by public transport such as taxi, tram or bus or a bus. An experience you can't miss is taking the Star Ferry from Trung Hoan, or Tsim Sha Tsui.