Hong Kong Ocean Park
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Province:Hong Kong (Chinese: 香港 , Pinyin: Xiang Gang)
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Population :7,026,400
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Area :1,104square km (426 square mile)
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Overview:The contrasts in Hong Kong are extremely fascinating, of more than 7 million people in habiting here most are Chinese but many Pakistanis, Indians, Europeans and many other nationalities call Hong Kong their home. Hong Kong, is really the area of playing Amongst Skyscrapers.
Covering an area of more than 870,000 square meters, Hong Kong Ocean Park is the largest oceanarium in the world. Since opened in 1977, it has became one of most popular toursit attractions in Hong Kong, that features rides, exhibits and conservation facilities. Located in the southern area of Hong Kong Island, the park is composed of three attraction areas, including the Lowland, the Headland and Tai Shue Wan. All the three attractons are connected by a cable car, outdoor escalator which is the second longest in the world and Ocean Express.
You can visit some of Asia's rarest animals at the 'Amazing Asian Animals' exhibit. And at the 'Giant Panda Adventure', you can discover the Asia's most precious native animals, such as Chinese giant salamanders, Chinese alligators, giant pandas, red pandas, etc. It's will be very excited to admire the spectacular display of goldfish at the 'Goldfish Treasures' exhibit and visit the colourful birds and playful Asian small-clawed otters at the 'Panda Village'. There is a 'Panda Kingdom Shop' for the perfect panda-inspired souvenirs and a 'Panda Cafe' for relaxation and refreshments.
The Ocean Theatre, Abyss Turbo Drop and the Mine Train are also the very popular attractions in the park. Atoll Reef is the largest aquarium in the world, which is home to thousands of sea creatures. It is joyful for a family to experience the thrill of Sky Fair, a huge helium-filled balloon measuring 22 metres in diameter which soars more than 100 metres into the sky. And in the amusement park, there is a Dragon, which is one of longest roller coasters in the world. The Kid's World is very popular among the children, it can keep you kids busy all day long.
Hong Kong Ocean Park is also home to a fascinating Sea Jelly Spectacular, which features more than 1,000 sea jellies of all sizes from all over the world. The Sea Jelly Spectacular offers a sensational undersea voyage for you to experience the most amazing undersea creature.
The Park is put great emphasis on promoting and supporting animal conservation in Hong Kong and throughout the Asia region, and there are many fun-filled entertainment facilities are introduced from time to time.
