Kowloon - Wikipedia
Kowloon (/ ˌkaʊˈluːn /) is an urban area in Hong Kong comprising the Kowloon Peninsula and New Kowloon. It has a population of 2,019,533 and a population density of 43,033/km 2 (111,450/sq mi) in 2006. It is one of the three areas of Hong Kong, along with Hong Kong Island and the New Territories.
Top 10 Things to Do in Kowloon - China Highlights
Kowloon is a major part of Hong Kong's urban area. There, you can admire the breathtaking Victoria Harbour scenery, shop on some of the busiest avenues in the world, and find some places you have seen before in movies and dramas.
Kowloon Walled City - Wikipedia
Kowloon Walled City (Chinese: 九龍寨城) was an extremely densely populated and largely lawless enclave of China within the boundaries of Kowloon City, British Hong Kong. Built as an Imperial Chinese military fort, the walled city became a de jure enclave after the New Territories were leased to the United Kingdom in 1898.
The ultimate guide to Kowloon, Hong Kong’s ‘dark’ side | CNN
Jan 11, 2017 · A quick ride across the harbor from Hong Kong Island, Kowloon is home to some of the city’s best hiking and dining.
Kowloon City | Hong Kong Tourism Board
Highlights. Immerse yourself in Hong Kong’s fascinating gritty history in the Kowloon Walled City Park. Reflect on the escape of the Song dynasty emperors at Sung Wong Toi Garden. Take your time to explore the historic yet little-known Hau Wong Temple.
Kowloon - One of Hong Kong's most interesting areas - Introducing Hong Kong
An urban area with the highest population density in already-packed Hong Kong, Kowloon is home to numerous attractions from markets to temples to parks and more - discover what to see! The Kowloon Peninsula is an urban area to the north of Hong Kong Island.
9 best things to do in Kowloon - CNN
Jul 12, 2017 · Hong Kong Island might have most of the city’s iconic skyscrapers, but the best place to see them is from Kowloon, especially from a new generation of sky-high bars in Tsim Sha Tsui.
Top things to do in Kowloon — 12+ must & best things to do in Kowloon …
Oct 17, 2023 · The Kowloon Peninsula is considered the primary urban area of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and also one of the port city’s most attractive tourist destinations. It is a blend of ancient and modern culture with a variety of interesting attractions.
Hong Kong Kowloon: Top Places to Go, How to Get Around
Surrounded by Victoria Harbor on three sides, Kowloon is an indispensable part of prosperous Hong Kong. The most attractive business area is the south, the Yau Tsim Mong district, comprised of Tsim Sha Tsui, Yau Ma Tei and Mong Kok, with abundant shopping centers, entertainment areas and restaurants. To the east and west are industrial areas ...
The Lasting Legacy of Hong Kong's Kowloon Walled City
Oct 4, 2023 · For several decades in the second half of the 20th century, the Kowloon Walled City — an enclave within the sprawling city of Hong Kong — was far and away the most densely populated place in the world.