| ArchitectureHong Kong city boasts of a number of uniquely designed buildings, 
              each with its own distinct architectural élan.
 The 
                        HandoverIt was on June 30th, 1997 when Hong Kong's population came out 
                        to celebrate the handing over of their country to its rightful possessor. 
                        It was the media event of the year, with more than 8,000 journalists 
                        hounding the territory.
 Lion 
                        DanceThis 'kung-fu' style fanfare is sometimes performed on special events 
                        such as corporate anniversaries and the opening of new businesses, 
                        as it is said that lion dances can bring good luck.
 Art & CraftIn Hong Kong, ancient Chinese arts and craft are widely available 
                    in several department stores and retailers in Wan Chai, Kowloon, 
                    and in Hong Kong Island.
 |  |  |  | MuseumsA HK$50 visitors pass will allow unlimited entry to four museums, 
                  which are run by the Urban Council: Hong Kong Museum of Art, Science 
                  Museum, Space Museum, and Museum of History.
 Chinese 
                        OperaChinese opera is a cardinal institution in Chinese entertainment 
                        and culture.
 Tea 
                        DrinkingA Tang Dynasty scholar who devised the first definitive treatise 
                        on tea making had initiated this tradition, which began almost 1,200 
                        years ago.
 Traditional 
                        MedicineChinese therapy began over 2,000 years ago, in the era of the 
                        Warring Empires. It was a time when China was divided into many 
                        clashing fiefdoms and kingdoms.
 Cantonese 
                        popOr Canto-pop in short, has set the scene for the youths of Hong 
                        Kong since the late 1980s.
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