Hong Kong, with a population of 7.15 million, is a city of energy! It is international – a city where East meets West. However, do not be mistaken, Hong Kong is truly a Chinese city with people of Chinese descent comprise 92% of the population, with foreign nationals comprising 8%.
LanguageHong Kong’s official languages are English and Chinese. English is extensively used in the Government and by the legal, professional and business sectors. Cantonese is commonly spoken; however, Mandarin, the official language of China, is also widely used.
Hong Kong Tourism Board
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is fantastic that it provides a wealth of free and excellent information for travelers. You may visit HKTB’s homepage or call their hotline for visitors at (852) 2508 1234 for more information.
Climate
Hong Kong’s climate is sub-tropical. During Autumn (from September to November), there are pleasant breezes, plenty of sunshine and comfortable temperatures. Many people regard these as the best months of the year to visit Hong Kong. You may wish to know more about the local climate at Hong Kong Observatory’s homepage.