Dr. Giese-Mulack

About the destination: Shenzhen is one of the most populous cities in China. It is situated in Guangdong Province adjacent to Hong Kong. Shenzhen is now a popular destination for both domestic and international business travelers as well as sightseeing tourists. Shenzhen, also hailed as “Peng City”, is one of the wealthiest, yet youngest cities in China. However, it is also one of China’s top tourist destinations, attracting millions of travelers every year. With pleasant seashore and well-preserved forests, the city of Shenzhen earns the excellent reputation of being an “International Garden City”. Theme parks are a highlight, ranging from folk culture parks to retired aircraft carrier parks. The most popular ones include Splendid China, Happy Valley, China Folk Culture Villages Shenzhen, Overseas Chinese Town, and Window to the World.

About the destination: Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China. It is a dynamic harbor city and one of Asia's major financial centers. It consists of Kowloon, Hong Kong Island, the New Territories, and more than 260 small islands. Hong Kong Island presents an impressive skyline and is the main focus of most tourists. Hong Kong is a mix of ocean, islands, modern skyscrapers, old temples and fishing villages. The heart of the city is Victoria Harbor which both divides and connects Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. The most famous view of Hong Kong is from the Victoria Peak, the highest point on Hong Kong Island, reached by the Peak Tram. Other main attractions to visit in Hong Kong are the Tian Tan Buddha on Lantau Island, the old colonial buildings of Central amidst the uniquely modern and mirrored towers, some interesting museums, the densely populated areas of Kowloon and Mong kok and the picturesque and more peaceful areas of Stanley and Aberdeen. A city full of life and soul, Hong Kong offers an electric atmosphere, a vibrant cultural life, delicious cuisine, shopping, exciting night life, and many more surprises that will amaze even the most demanding tourist.