Hong Kong

This collection showcases the 25 most populated cities in Asia, ranked by their urban area populations. The Asian continent now hosts the largest human concentrations on the planet, with metropolises exceeding 10 million inhabitants regularly. From Shanghai with 24 million residents leading the ranking to Chennai with 6.8 million, these urban centers reflect a demographic momentum unmatched elsewhere. This overview spans twelve countries: China leads with multiple megacities such as Beijing, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, while India also has several major representatives including New Delhi and Mumbai. The list also includes capitals like Dhaka in Bangladesh, Tokyo in Japan, and Istanbul in Turkey, along with metropolises from Pakistan, South Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Iran, and Iraq. Each city presents a different aspect of Asian urbanization, blending tradition and modernity, with historic districts, lively markets, and recent developments continuously shaping their urban landscapes.

Hong Kong connects Eastern and Western cultures across a compact territory. The city spreads over several islands and a section of mainland, with modern towers standing alongside traditional temples and markets. The streetscape shifts between densely built business districts like Central and older residential areas such as Mong Kok, where markets and local restaurants shape daily life. From Victoria Peak, visitors can survey the city's extent across the harbor. The Star Ferry has linked Hong Kong Island with Kowloon for over a century, offering a direct view of the skyline. On Lantau Island, the Tian Tan Buddha rises above the Ngong Ping plateau, accessible by cable car or bus. Throughout the districts, religious sites include Wong Tai Sin Temple and the Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery in Sha Tin, while Nan Lian Garden in Diamond Hill presents a formal Chinese garden layout. Markets such as the Temple Street Night Market in Yau Ma Tei and the Ladies Market in Mong Kok draw those seeking local goods and street food. The Hong Kong Museum of History documents the region's development, while Hong Kong Wetland Park offers insight into natural habitats. Coastal areas like Repulse Bay and the fishing village of Tai O on Lantau reveal different aspects of the city beyond the urban centers.

Hong Kong contains numerous viewpoints that provide different perspectives on the city. From Victoria Peak at 1,810 feet (552 meters) above sea level to locations along the harbor, these sites show the interaction between urban development, water and mountain terrain. Observation points include summits such as Lion Rock and Tai Mo Shan, platforms like Sky100 at 1,289 feet (393 meters), and hiking trails such as Dragon's Back. The Lugard Road viewing area and Wilson Trail offer outlooks during short walks, while vehicles like the Ngong Ping cable car and Star Ferry provide moving vantage points. Historic structures complement the network. The Man Mo Temple from 1847 sits among multistory buildings in Sheung Wan. Ping Shan Tower in Yuen Long dates to the 18th century. The Kowloon Walled City Gardens mark the former site of a densely populated enclave. More recent facilities like the Yick Cheong Building in Quarry Bay display residential architecture from the 1960s. The Harbour Promenade in Tsim Sha Tsui runs along Victoria Harbour with direct views of the island skyline. Po Lin Monastery on Lantau stands at 1,640 feet (500 meters) elevation. The Cape D'Aguilar Marine Reserve on the Shek O Peninsula combines coastal formations with observation points. Each location shows a different aspect of Hong Kong's urban and natural environment.

Hong Kong's gourmet restaurants are located on the top floors of city-center buildings and offer both international and local dishes. French, Italian, Japanese, and Cantonese cuisines are represented in establishments situated in Central, Tsim Sha Tsui, and Wan Chai. Several restaurants provide views of Victoria Harbour and the city skyline. Chefs prepare traditional and contemporary menus in venues set in prestigious hotels and buildings such as The Peninsula, The Murray, or the Bank of China.

Hong Kong shifts its pace as you ascend above the busy streets. Up there, open terraces overlooking the bay reveal a city that sparkles endlessly. Glass facades reflect the port, ferries carve luminous lines, and skyscrapers seem to echo each other from one district to another. You settle in for a cocktail, watch the lights glide across Victoria Harbour, listen to conversations blending with music, and are carried away by the feeling of being both spectator and suspended between sky and city. Some rooftops maintain a subtle elegance, while others adopt a more liberated atmosphere with bold décor and an increasing nocturnal energy. All share a unique moment where Hong Kong is revealed from a rare and engaging perspective. Here are the addresses that embody this verticality soaring above the bay.