Hong Kong Young Writers Anthologies Non-Fiction 2020 | Page 25

Hong Kong Young Writers Awards 2020
The Greater Bay Area
St. Paul’s Co–educational College, Li, Cheuk Yan – 12
Let the adventures begin!
The Greater Bay Area (GBA) is a new business entity comprising 11 cities in Southern
China, namely Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Huizhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan,
Jiangmen Zhaoqing, and the two special administrative regions, Hong Kong and Macao.
It has a population of 70 million inhabitants and a combined economic output
estimated at US$1.5 trillion. The objectives of the Greater Bay Area are to further enhance
the cooperation among the Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau regions with a view to
developing a world class bay area for living, working and traveling. It will definitely become
the coolest trend to shop, eat, hang out, and explore this exciting hub because it can cater to a
wide range of tourists’ different needs.
WELCOME TO THE FASCINATING GREATER BAY AREA!
What is so attractive about the Greater Bay Area?
The Greater Bay Area is a great platform that can provide a wide range of potential
opportunities, attractions and activities for businesses, investors and tourists. On the tourist
attractions, within this bay area, you can find everything, ranging from the family-oriented
theme parks and shopping hotspots, to the historical heritage of ancient Chinese history.
No matter who you are and what you are looking for, there will be something for you and
your family!
Tourist hotspots
Given the wide spectrum of activities and tourist destinations on offer, we thought it
would be convenient to list out some of our recommended activities and tourist spots into the
four following categories.
The Greater Bay Area is the next big exciting thing on the tourism map and the
excitement will only grow in the years to come. Come and visit us at the next opportunity
and you will not be disappointed!
If you’re family-oriented…
If you are travelling with your family, these tourist spots should be on your must-go list.
Foshan Ancestral Temple – In this temple, the art of Chinese Kung-Fu has been
brought back into the spotlight - if you are a Kung-Fu lover, you simply must visit this
place! This elegant temple is also known as a folk museum as there are extensive displays
of folk relics, and this famous temple offers martial art culture, Kung Fu and Lion Dance
performance.
The Peak, Hong Kong (day/ night view, Peak Tram, Souvenirs) – when you
ask any tourist who has been to Hong Kong, among the first things that they will say to you
is that they will have been fascinated by the famous view of the Victoria Harbour from the
Peak. From this vantage point, you will be able to see both sides of the Victoria Harbour,
with world-renowned skyscrapers within your sights! From inside the tram you can truly feel
the slope of the famous Peak and the elevation makes it a fun ride, especially when you are
riding it for the first time!
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