Hong Kong is known for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbor.
Hong Kong actually means fragrant harbor in Chinese. Historians used to say that it was derived from the name of a fishing village on Hong Kong island where fragrant incense was made and exported hundred of years ago.
There is a view from the Kowloon side which I am never tired of viewing – skyscrapers on the island coming out almost to the water edge, with the tall Victoria Peak as a backdrop. On a cloudy day, the Victoria Peak is delightfully capped by clouds.
On the right is the Ocean Terminal where ocean going cruise vessels berthed. The docking of ocean liners right at the heart of this beautiful city could only add to the loveliness of the harbor.
This is a place I call home where all my blog posts are written, a place which I would sorely miss when I am travelling. But I know when I come home to this lovely place, the golden sun will shine for me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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It sounds like you enjoy living in HongKong, Michael. I have never been there but assisted a professor who used to teach at the Univ. of Hongkong in evaluating extensive interviews with American expatriate wives. We looked at their stages of cultural adjustment over a period of several years. Most of the women had a very difficult time outside their expatriate contacts. This was, say 30 yrs ago.
I think it is still difficult for expatriate wives if they do not have much to occupy during the day. Many expatriates are here only for a short time, and they don’t really have the time or will to adjust to the local environment and take a interest in the local affairs / community. I suppose the above comment applies everywhere. Some of my US friends do find it difficult to adjust to the environment which is nosier and hotter. Thank you 🙂
I’ve always loved that name – fragrant harbour – beautiful 🙂
Hi Bgbowers, Hong means fragrant or incense, Kong means harbor. Glad that you like it. Thank you 🙂
What a beautiful place. I can see that you would miss it.
It’s home to me. To most people, home is where they belong! Thank you 🙂
Wonderful sentiment and a great shot. Thanks.
Thank you for the perusal and comment 🙂
There is nothing like living in a city with a beautiful harbor.
I like cities with a harbor or river, like NYC, London, Vancouver, just to name a few. Thank you 🙂
I love HK and now that Cathay Pacific flies to the Philippines via there, I make sure I fly with them and stop by for HK cuisine at the airport.
I like the food here very much. Whenever I fly out, I used to have some food / snack at the airport restaurants while waiting for the plane. Thank you 🙂
A beautiful city and home!
Thank you John, welcome to my home city 🙂
Beautiful picture.
Thank you 🙂
Hong Kong sounds lovely and the Harbour is indeed beautiful. Do you have a view of the harbour from where you live Michael?
Hi Penelope, I live in the more green and rural part of HK, although I still face the sea – call the Tolo Harbor. I can send you a photo showing a view from my flat if you would send me your email address. Thank you 🙂
I love Hong Kong, her vibes, her energy. It’s always a pleasure visiting HK for the food and fashion. 😀
Please do come and visit often 🙂
Beautiful capture of the harbour 🙂
Thank you 🙂
I have no knowledge of photography. Yet I make the pictures I take of my city centres of my posts. I found it out, through your blog, that black and white looks grander and more gracious than the coloured variety in city shots. It gave me some new ideas. Thanks.
The B&W pictures do give a different feel, it simplifies the color too, to just different shades of grey and black. Thank you for the comment 🙂
You are welcome.
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I will always have a special place in my memories for Hong Kong. It was where I proposed to my wife. Great shot of a great view.
Hi, you must have chosen a right place and a right moment for proposing! Thank you 🙂
Looking at your beautiful picture, I have become more nostaligic and do miss my home, Hong Kong. It is a really special place on earth!
I am also happy to have been born in this special place; sometimes I feel it is a blessing. Thank you 🙂
I went to HK quite some time ago, and loved it. The BW photo really captures it well, and somehow seems to intensify the “fragrant harbour”‘s scent… if we can’t see in full colour, then we need to use our other senses, in this case our sense of smell, to fully experience the location. Thanks so much for this interesting post!
A couple of decades ago, the harbor water became a bit foul. Now with the gathering of all sewerage into the deep sewer tunnels, the water is becoming clean again – corals thrive and the cross harbor swimming competition has resumed! Thank you 🙂
I’m pretty stupid and amuse myself b/c I was not familar with Kowloon, but thought it sounded familiar. I immediately recalled it’s where Cassandra’s character, in the movie Wayne’s World, said she was from “Kowloon Bay” I think. But yeah, another good post from you!
Really gorgeous. Love the change in texture from the water to the buildings and then even the clouds!
Actually, HK has 3 parts – Hong Kong island, Kowloon (Nine Dragons) peninsula and the New Territories. There is actually a place known as Kowloon Bay on the Kowloon side. Glad that you like the picture. Thank you 🙂
Great story michael 😉 maybe i and my my friend going there next year..will ask for some information if we plan
If you need any information about HK, I’ll see whether I can help. Thank you 🙂
You are very lucky to be able to reside in such a beautiful place. Our family have been to HK many times, and we are never tired of it.
I count myself lucky to be here. Great to learn that you and your family love it here. Thank you 🙂
How beautiful, Michael!
We’re gearing up to see this in person in just over 3 weeks. We are so excited to experience this beautiful city!! 😀
Wow! That’s great, you will see it in person. Safe travels! Thank you 🙂
I fell in love with HK when I went there backpacking solo in 2007. I loved it so much I took my wife there for our honeymoon in 2010. I don’t remember that Ocean Terminal – is it near Tsim Sha Tsui star ferry station?
You are right, the Ocean Terminal is just right next to the Star Ferry pier on the Kowloon side. Glad that you love it here. Thank you 🙂
Sometimes coming home is the best part of traveling! Lovely view of the harbor.
I have that feeling too, especially if I have been away for a long time . Thank you 🙂
Thank you Michael – would love to see more city shots of Hong Kong some day!
Sure, will post more from time to time! Thank you 🙂
Very nice composition of the Hong Kong Harbor that gives an excellent concept of what the city looks like. I also like the gray tones. Beautiful.
Hi Marilyn, thanks very much for the continued support and comment. Regards, Michael
A lovely photo of Hong Kong Harbour. Very striking done in black and white. What a lovely backdrop for writing your blogs!
I like this photo as being quite three dimensional, I also like the cruise vessel there as well. Glad that you like the photo. Regards, Michael
Hey, your “threeory” resonates with me! Love the erudite writing – indeed three cheers to you! Or are you on a hat trick?
Regards,
Flavia
Hi Flavia, what an uncommon name you have. Thank you for your uncommon comments! Best regards, Michael
Hi Michael, thanks for your comment, I am unsure as to how this comment appeared on your post. I am still learning the ropes. My name goes back to Ancient Rome, hopefully this does not show my age too much. Thanks for your understanding,
Flavia
That’s what I guess as well, this unusual name goes back to ancient Europe. Many thanks for your perusal and comment 🙂
Thank you for having to miss your home so that you can share with us so many wonderful and amazing photos all around the world! 😀
Have a lovely weekend ahead, always~ Cheers!!! 😀
Have a lovely weekend to you too 🙂
Thank you, my friend! Cheers~ 😀
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It’s a lovely place for sure! The golden sun shone on us too when we visited 🙂
There is a lot of sunshine in HK, although not as much as in the Mediterranean countries. Have a great week 🙂
I am giving a link to your blog on my post with black and white snaps to acknowledge my debt as you inspired me in that area.
Great B&Ws, thank you 🙂
In fact i can’t thank you enough for the new perspective. Thanks.
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stay connected
Yes, please do.
Is this the same place as Aberdeen Harbor? My only visit was 30 years ago when we rode those motor boats that tourists enjoyed. I have lots of photos of Repulse Bay beach, Victoria Peak, and Nathan Road that sold us fake name brand polo shirts, jackets, hand bags, watches, etc. I remember the traffic was crazy; the food was very good; I enjoyed my visit to Hong Kong.
Hi, this is not the same place. This is right in the heart of the city. Aberdeen is to the very south of the HK island, where there was / is a floating restaurant. I would like to see some of the pictures taken in the 1980s. People always said HK experiences a big change every decade. HK is a lot different from what you have experienced / seen three decades ago! Thank you 🙂
Could you email me and I can try to send you copies of old photos to see if you recognize any of the places.
Hi Shofar, I have just send you an email. Many thanks and have a great weekend 🙂
a great skyline – eldorado of international architects …
Hope to show more photos of the HK harbor in the future. Thank you 🙂