Golden Bauhinia Square and & Flag Raising Ceremony
Golden Bauhinia Square (commonly known as the Expo Promenade) marks the most important ocassion in HK's history, and the return of the former British colony to the People's Republic of China, and the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). The main ceremonies took place on the night of 30 June 1997. The Hong Kong SAR was formed on 1 July under its Chief Executive, Shanghai-born former shipping magnate, Tung Chee-Hwa.
Daily Flag Raising Ceremony- Daily, 7:50am - 8:03am
Enhanced Flag Raising Ceremony- On the 1st of every month, 7:45am - 8:13am
Avenue of Stars
Discover what makes Hong Kong the Hollywood of the East at this tribute to the professionals who have contributed to the territory's hundred-year history of filmmaking. The Avenue of Stars features commemorative plaques, handprints of movie celebrities, descriptive milestones, kiosks with movie memorabilia, a towering Hong Kong Film Awards statuette, and a life-size statue of the legendary kung-fu action star, Bruce Lee. The location on the Tsim Sha Tsui promenade offers incredible panoramic views of the famed Victoria Harbour and the memorable Hong Kong skyline. It is also a good place to watch the spectacular "A Symphony of Lights", a nightly multimedia show with added pyrotechnics on special occasions.
Clock Tower
The old Clock Tower near the Star Ferry in Tsim Sha Tsui is a declared monument and a landmark from the Age of Steam, when it formed part of the Kowloon - Canton Railway terminus.
Erected in 1915, the distinctive 44-metre red brick and granite tower is a graceful reminder of those Colonial times. But over many pre-war years it had far greater significance for innumerable Chinese migrants for whom the former terminus was the conduit to new lives either in Hong Kong or by ship to distant destinations overseas.
Today, the site of the historic railway station is occupied by the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, its curving roof and futuristic features creating an unusual background to the Clock Tower.
Tsing Ma Bridge
The magnificent Tsing Ma Bridge, the world's longest span suspension bridge carrying both road and rail traffic, is the key connection between Hong Kong and its international airport on Lantau Island. The bridge is 2.2 kilometres long, with the main span measuring 1,377 metres. The towers supporting the bridge are 206 metres high with a clearance of 62 metres. Approximately 49,000 tonnes of structural steel was used in the construction of the bridge, which cost HK$7.14 billion to build. This was only 5% of the total cost of HK$155.3 billion for all the Airport Core Projects, acclaimed as one of the top 10 construction projects of the 20th Century.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Session 13 (28th February)
Hong Kong National Geopark
covers an area of 50 square kilometres across parts of the Eastern and Northeastern New Territories. It is divided into the Northeast New Territories Sedimentary Rock Region and the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Region, with each region featuring four Geo-Areas, or eight in total. Within the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Region lie Sharp Island, High Island, the Ninepin Group and the Ung Kong Group, whereas the Northeast New Territories Sedimentary Rock Region includes Double Haven, Tolo Channel, Tung Ping Chau, Port Island and Bluff Head.
Stanley Market and Murray House
A popular market town on the sunny south side of Hong Kong Island, Stanley's relaxed ambience, crisp sea environs and bargain buys have made it world famous.
Seven days a week the open market around Stanley New Street and Stanley Market Road throbs with the passing parade of life as bargain-hunters from all over the world join in the fun of haggling with shopkeepers and stallholders. Choose from brand-name clothing and accessories, or simply irresistible souvenirs, ornaments and other Oriental knick-knacks. The market is open from 10:30am to 6:30pm.
Stanley also has beautiful beaches that are popular with windsurfers. And when you're feeling peckish, you'll find a wide variety of funky bars and great restaurants to enjoy.
Among the more interesting restaurant sites on the waterfront is Murray House, a 160-year-old restored three-storey colonial building that was dismantled in 1982 from its original site in Central and then rebuilt in Stanley. It was restored in 1998 and now houses the Hong Kong Maritime Museum as well as restaurants.
Situated beside Murray House is Blake Pier at Stanley. Originally located in Central, Blake Pier was first dismantled in 1965 and later relocated to Morse Park to form the roof of the Morse Park pavilion. Now it has returned to its role as a public pier in Stanley, complementing the colonial architectural style of Murray House.
This information comes from the official HK Tourism Board website (using for research use).
covers an area of 50 square kilometres across parts of the Eastern and Northeastern New Territories. It is divided into the Northeast New Territories Sedimentary Rock Region and the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Region, with each region featuring four Geo-Areas, or eight in total. Within the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Region lie Sharp Island, High Island, the Ninepin Group and the Ung Kong Group, whereas the Northeast New Territories Sedimentary Rock Region includes Double Haven, Tolo Channel, Tung Ping Chau, Port Island and Bluff Head.
Stanley Market and Murray House
A popular market town on the sunny south side of Hong Kong Island, Stanley's relaxed ambience, crisp sea environs and bargain buys have made it world famous.
Seven days a week the open market around Stanley New Street and Stanley Market Road throbs with the passing parade of life as bargain-hunters from all over the world join in the fun of haggling with shopkeepers and stallholders. Choose from brand-name clothing and accessories, or simply irresistible souvenirs, ornaments and other Oriental knick-knacks. The market is open from 10:30am to 6:30pm.
Stanley also has beautiful beaches that are popular with windsurfers. And when you're feeling peckish, you'll find a wide variety of funky bars and great restaurants to enjoy.
Among the more interesting restaurant sites on the waterfront is Murray House, a 160-year-old restored three-storey colonial building that was dismantled in 1982 from its original site in Central and then rebuilt in Stanley. It was restored in 1998 and now houses the Hong Kong Maritime Museum as well as restaurants.
Situated beside Murray House is Blake Pier at Stanley. Originally located in Central, Blake Pier was first dismantled in 1965 and later relocated to Morse Park to form the roof of the Morse Park pavilion. Now it has returned to its role as a public pier in Stanley, complementing the colonial architectural style of Murray House.
This information comes from the official HK Tourism Board website (using for research use).
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Session 12 (16th February)
Some more tourism attractions:
Golden Bauhinia Square: The Expo Promenade (also known as Golden Bauhinia Square) outside the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on the Wan Chai waterfront marks the most significant occasion in Hong Kong's history - the return of the former British colony to the People's Republic of China, and the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
The "Forever Blooming Bauhinia" Sculpture (Golden Bauhinia) is a gift from the Central Goverment to mark the widespread joy of the people at the return of the territory to the Motherland after more than 150 years. Other gifts to commemorate the historic occasion were sent by each of China's provinces, autonomous regions and other territories.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Session 11 (2nd February)
3. Analysis
Investigation: To gather information for my website, I need to:
- Interview some tourists or the HK tourism board for some tourism in HK information
- Make some surveys/questionnaires for HK people and tourisms asking them what they think HK is famous for and why.
- Background research for accomodation, attractions, foods etc.
- Visit some websites on the tourism in HK (such as the HK tourism board site)
http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/index.html
Investigation: To gather information for my website, I need to:
- Interview some tourists or the HK tourism board for some tourism in HK information
- Make some surveys/questionnaires for HK people and tourisms asking them what they think HK is famous for and why.
- Background research for accomodation, attractions, foods etc.
- Visit some websites on the tourism in HK (such as the HK tourism board site)
http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/index.html
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Session 10 (28th January)
1.3- Planning
The ICT I will include in my website are:
Video- I will need to create a storyboard for the video (planning). I will use the software "Windows Movie Maker" to put together my videos for editing. I will need to gather actors to promote my product.
Animation
Taking Pictures- I will go outside around HK to take pictures at scenic spots using a digital camera. I will then use Adobe Photoshop CS3/4 to edit them.
Website creation- Adobe Dreamweaver CS3/4, Adobe Photoshop CS3/4 to edit some pictures (adding some effects to make it more proffesional).
Interview- Go to the HK Tourism Board and try to get some information about tourism in HK.
The ICT I will include in my website are:
Video- I will need to create a storyboard for the video (planning). I will use the software "Windows Movie Maker" to put together my videos for editing. I will need to gather actors to promote my product.
Animation
Taking Pictures- I will go outside around HK to take pictures at scenic spots using a digital camera. I will then use Adobe Photoshop CS3/4 to edit them.
Website creation- Adobe Dreamweaver CS3/4, Adobe Photoshop CS3/4 to edit some pictures (adding some effects to make it more proffesional).
Interview- Go to the HK Tourism Board and try to get some information about tourism in HK.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Session 9 (19th January)
I will be using the following hardware/software to produce my website:
Adobe Dreamweaver CS4 Web Premium (Windows XP/ Windows 7 and Windows Vista)
Requirements: 1 GHz Processor Speed, 512 MB RAM, and a minimum of 5 GB hardware memory
Website: http://www.adobe.com/products/dreamweaver/
Alternatives: Web Studio 5.0 (Windows XP/ Windows 7 and Windows Vista)
Requirements: 1 GHz Processor Speed, 1 GB RAM, and a minimum of 4 GB hardware memory
Website: http://www.webstudio.com/
In comparison, Web Studio 5 is the better choice because it supports more user friendly controls, such as:
Drag & Drop Layouts, Slideshows, In-Program Video Tutorials, and a highly illustrated manual for people who are new to the software. I think this piece of software to me is more useful because there are built in tutorials, so I can easily learn to create a website with ease. The controls of dreamweaver are more complex, and requires more skill to achieve to the best effect.
Alternatives: Microsoft Expression Web 3 (Windows XP, Windows 7 and Windows Vista)
Microsoft Office 2003 or better (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
Compatible for most computers based on Windows XP
Adobe Dreamweaver CS4 Web Premium (Windows XP/ Windows 7 and Windows Vista)
Requirements: 1 GHz Processor Speed, 512 MB RAM, and a minimum of 5 GB hardware memory
Website: http://www.adobe.com/products/dreamweaver/
Alternatives: Web Studio 5.0 (Windows XP/ Windows 7 and Windows Vista)
Requirements: 1 GHz Processor Speed, 1 GB RAM, and a minimum of 4 GB hardware memory
Website: http://www.webstudio.com/
In comparison, Web Studio 5 is the better choice because it supports more user friendly controls, such as:
Drag & Drop Layouts, Slideshows, In-Program Video Tutorials, and a highly illustrated manual for people who are new to the software. I think this piece of software to me is more useful because there are built in tutorials, so I can easily learn to create a website with ease. The controls of dreamweaver are more complex, and requires more skill to achieve to the best effect.
Alternatives: Microsoft Expression Web 3 (Windows XP, Windows 7 and Windows Vista)
Microsoft Office 2003 or better (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
Compatible for most computers based on Windows XP
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Session 8 (5th January 2010)
Facilities
In order to reach the requirements for creating a website, I need:
Operating Systems: PC- 98/2000 or newer, Macintosh- OS 8.1
Any computer with a public IP connection to the internet. The machine has to be online all the time for the site to be accessible.
P3+ computer with decent RAM (128 MB+) is recommended for viewing and creating websites.
In order to reach the requirements for creating a website, I need:
Operating Systems: PC- 98/2000 or newer, Macintosh- OS 8.1
Any computer with a public IP connection to the internet. The machine has to be online all the time for the site to be accessible.
P3+ computer with decent RAM (128 MB+) is recommended for viewing and creating websites.
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