Hong Kong is located on China's south coast. The territory is 1,104 km2 (426 sq mi) and it consists of Hong Kong Island, the Kowloon Peninsula, the New Territories, and over 200 offshore islands, of which the largest is Lantau Island.

One can enjoy the beauty of four seasons in Hong Kong, with a mild climate from the middle of September to the end of February, and warm and humid weather from May to mid-September. It is cool and dry in winter, and hot, humid and rainy from spring through summer. Autumn is normally warm, sunny, and dry. Hong Kong occasionally experiences severe rainstorms, or typhoons.

The territory's population is 7.03 million. About 95% of the people of Hong Kong are of Chinese descent. The remaining 5% of the population is composed of non-ethnic Chinese. There is a South Asian population of Indians, Pakistanis and Nepalese; some Vietnamese refugees have become permanent residents of Hong Kong. There are also Europeans (mostly British), Americans, Canadians, Japanese, and Koreans working in the city's commercial and financial sector.

Hong Kong's official language is Cantonese. English is also an official language, According to a 1996 by-census English is spoken by 3.1 percent of the population as an everyday language and by 34.9 percent of the population as a second language. Since the 1997 handover, an increase in immigrants from mainland China and greater integration with the mainland economy have brought an increasing number of Mandarin speakers to Hong Kong.

Hong Kong is frequently described as a place where "East meets West", reflecting the culture's mix of the territory's Chinese roots with influences from its time as a British colony. Hong Kong balances a modernised way of life with traditional Chinese practices. It is an international and inspiring city with cultural exchanges.

For variety of products and brands in all price ranges, shopping in Hong Kong is a unique experience. From modern malls to street markets, and trendy boutiques to traditional Chinese product stores and themed shopping districts, you can find everything from the latest designer fashions and electronic gadgets to best-value antiques and collectibles.

Hong Kong boasts more than 11,000 restaurants. Apart from enjoying the best Cantonese and regional Chinese food, visitors can sample a full choice of authentic Asian cuisines and Western fare. Local must-try dishes are dim sum and fresh seafood, with some of the top examples found in Best of the Best award-winning restaurants.

Hong Kong is blessed with popular attractions and sightseeing opportunities throughout the territory. There are endless things to see and do in Hong Kong including experiencing our living culture and heritage.

Hong Kong's transportation network is highly developed. Over 90% of daily travels (11 million) are on public transport, the highest such percentage in the world. It is one of the world’s most efficient, safe, affordable and frequent public transport systems.

Hong Kong has been named as the worlds ‘freest economy’ and indeed Hong Kong tax is extremely low. As it is, living in Hong Kong with no sales tax and low salaries tax and personal assessment, the people can enjoy from the low tax rate. you may visit the Inland Revenue Department website http://www.ird.gov.hk/eng/welcome.htm for more information.