Is it better to stay on Hong Kong Island or Kowloon?
The heart of Kowloon has more mid-range hotels than anywhere else in Hong Kong and there is much more going on here than in the further flung reaches of Hong Kong Island. If you don’t mind hitting the MTR a few times a day you will definitely get better value in Kowloon.
Is Kowloon a good place to stay?
Mong Kok – Best Place to Stay for Foodies The heart of Kowloon, Mong Kok in Chinese means a ‘popular corner’. Known for its crowded streets, it’s the place to be for those who love street food and local shops. Nowadays, it’s popular with the youngsters to try new street food or bubble tea places opening every week.
Is Kowloon safe?
Re: How safe is Kowloon at night? Safety is almost never an issue in HK if you use your common sense. Violent crime is rare though watch for pickpockets at crowded places. Also, if you go clubbing anywhere, make sure you stay somewhat sober.
What is Kowloon known for?
First occupied by the British in 1860, Kowloon was home to farming and fishing communities for hundreds of years. Its name, which means “Nine Dragons,” supposedly comes from the Song Dynasty’s Emperor Bing, who named the area for its eight tallest mountains. The ninth dragon was, of course, the emperor himself.
What does Kowloon mean in English?
Nine Dragons
What language is spoken in Kowloon?
Official languages
| Native languages of Hong Kong (2016) | |
|---|---|
| Cantonese (official) | 88.9% |
| English (official) | 4.3% |
| Mandarin | 1.9% |
| Other Chinese varieties | 3.1% |
How do you say Beautiful Girl in Cantonese?
靚女
- (chiefly Cantonese, Hakka) beautiful woman or girl; beauty; lovely lady (Classifier: 個／个; 位)
- (Cantonese) Informal term of address to an adult woman. 靚女，畀碟豉油我吖，唔該！ [Cantonese, trad.] 靓女，畀碟豉油我吖，唔该！ [Cantonese, simp.] leng3 neoi5-2, bei2 dip6 si6 jau4 ngo5 aa1, m4 goi1! [
- (Cantonese, slang, in restaurants) plain congee.
How do you say handsome man in Cantonese?
靚仔
- (chiefly Cantonese) good-looking boy; handsome man (Classifier: 個／个)
- (Cantonese, slang) plain steamed rice (Classifier: 個／个; 碗)
- (Cantonese, slang) good traffic.