History
This country controlled Hong Kong as a colony until 1997.
the UK
This is how you say "hello" in the main language used in Hong Kong.
你好(ネイホウ）
This famous peak offers panoramic views of Hong Kong’s skyline
Victoria Peak
Hong Kong operates under this policy, which guarantees it a degree of autonomy until 2047
“One Country, Two Systems”
Hong Kong's currency is called this.
The Hong Kong Dollar
This war, fought between China and Britain in the 19th century, led to Hong Kong becoming a British colony.
the Opium War
This Cantonese culinary tradition consists of small, bite-sized dishes like dumplings, buns, and rolls, typically enjoyed with tea
dim sum
This is the name of the tallest building in Hong Kong
The International Commerce Centre (ICC)
This 2014 movement, named after an item used by protesters, called for greater democratic reforms.
The Umbrella Movement
This sector is the backbone of Hong Kong’s economy, with the city being a major global hub for banking, stock trading, and asset management.
the financial sector
Hong Kong was officially handed back to China on this date
July 1, 1997
The Mid-Autumn Festival is famous for this traditional pastry filled with sweet or savory ingredients.
mooncake
This busy harbor separates Hong Kong Island from Kowloon
Victoria Harbour
This constitutional document serves as the legal foundation of Hong Kong’s governance under the "One Country, Two Systems" principle.
Hong Kong Basic Law
This transportation system, known for its efficiency and Octopus card payment system, is the backbone of Hong Kong’s public transit.
the MTR
The treaty that ceded Hong Kong Island to Britain in 1842 was called this.
the Treaty of Nanjing
This martial artist and actor, known for his roles in Enter the Dragon and The Big Boss, was born in San Francisco but grew up in Hong Kong
Bruce Lee
The longest bridge in the world, connecting Hong Kong, Macau, and mainland China, is called this.
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge
This controversial law, passed in 2020, increased Beijing’s control over Hong Kong by targeting “subversion” and “secession.”
The Hong Kong National Security Law
This shopping district, known for its high-end stores, is one of the most expensive retail areas in the world.
Causeway Bay
This agreement, signed in 1984, outlined the conditions of Hong Kong’s return to China
the Sino-British Joint Declaration
This famous Hong Kong film star, known for his comedic martial arts movies, starred in Rush Hour and Drunken Master.
Jackie Chan
This public space in Hong Kong was the site of annual candlelight vigils held to commemorate the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre, before being banned in recent years.
Victoria Park
The Legislative Council of Hong Kong is often abbreviated as this.
LegCo
This is the name of the major index used for the stocks listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
The Hang Seng Index