Jardine Noonday Gun
From Central, hop on the MTR or any other form of public transportation to Causeway Bay to experience the Noon Day Gun ceremony. Started at multinational company Jardine Matheson in the 1860s, this daily ritual involves a one-shot gun salute fired from Causeway Bay’s waterfront at noon. It’s a unique local tradition that’s also become a popular tourist attraction.
Hong Kong enjoys a unique cultural heritage that is informed by both its Eastern identity and Western history. While the city was handed back to China as a Special Administrative Region in 1997 after more than a century and a half of British rule, you can still find vestiges of the colonial era preserved in grand buildings and various cultural traditions. If you want to take a step back in time, this one-day itinerary will guide you through notable sights and experiences that showcase Britain’s influence on the city.
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