Our second day was jam-packed so we got up in the wee hours of the morning to make the best out of our last day in Hongkong.
Avenue of the Stars at Victoria Harbour
From TST station, the Avenue of the Stars can be reached via passenger subway. Just follow those arrows. A lot of HK denizens don’t understand English so it’s best to print maps before you explore on your own.
Jackie Chan's plaque with his autograph and hand print
This breathtaking view is a popular backdrop for tourist photos
The Symphony of Lights can be enjoyed here every night at 8pm which lasts for 10 minutes. It's a Guinness World Record Holder as the world's largest permanent light and sound show.
Bruce Lee's 2.5-metre sculpture on Avenue of the Stars
Dubbed as the "Hollywood of the East," Avenue of Stars pays tribute to celebrities of Hongkong film industry. There are over 100 plaques commemorating HK celebrities, directors, scriptwriters, etc. Some plaques have autographs and hand prints. From all the plaques, I only know Bruce Lee, Jet Li, and Jackie Chan. Hehe.
Located at the entrance is a 4.5 metre-tall replica of the statuette given to winners at the Hongkong Film Awards
Jackie Chan's plaque with his autograph and hand printThis breathtaking view is a popular backdrop for tourist photosThe Symphony of Lights can be enjoyed here every night at 8pm which lasts for 10 minutes. It's a Guinness World Record Holder as the world's largest permanent light and sound show.
Bruce Lee's 2.5-metre sculpture on Avenue of the Stars
Boyfie playing around with the clapperboard
Goofballs in HK!
Ngong Ping 360
Ngong Ping 360 in Lantau Island is a must-see attraction in HK. If you wanna experience the longest cable car ride and see the largest seated outdoor bronze statue in the world, this is the place to be.
We used the ever-reliable MTR to get to Tung Chung Station which is the transfer point for the Ngong Ping Cable Car. It's advisable to visit really early to avoid the queue. We paid 150HKD (Php 858.67) each for a round trip in the Standard Cabin. The Crystal Cabin looks more fun since you can see through the floor but I was not willing to shell out an additional 85 HKD (Php 486.58). You can pay for a one-way ride in the standard cabin plus one-way ride in the crystal cabin for 210 HKD (Php 1, 202.14) though.
The cable car journey was 5.7 km long from Tung Chung Town Center to Ngong Ping Village.
From our cable car, we could see a panoramic view of Lantau Island, Tian Tan Buddha, Hongkong International Airport, Ngong Ping Plateau, and the surrounding terrain and waterways.
Ngong Ping Village is a cultural village designed to reflect and preserve the cultural and spiritual integrity of Ngong Ping area. The village features Traditional Chinese architectural designs. There is also a motley of retail shops and restaurants.
Wish popcorns were this big. Hihi.
Mac striking a pose with one of the 12 divine generals representing Chinese birth year
You have to climb 268 steps to get to the peak of Tian Tan Buddha (largest seated outdoor bronze statue in the world) so we passed. We're complacent with seeing him from afar. Hehe.
The Big Buddha symbolizes the harmonious relationship between man and nature, people and religion.
We also got to visit the Po Lin Monastery which was founded in 1906 and is regarded as one of the most important Buddhist sanctums in Hongkong.
Way to Po Lin Monastery
Ngong Ping 360 in Lantau Island is a must-see attraction in HK. If you wanna experience the longest cable car ride and see the largest seated outdoor bronze statue in the world, this is the place to be.
We used the ever-reliable MTR to get to Tung Chung Station which is the transfer point for the Ngong Ping Cable Car. It's advisable to visit really early to avoid the queue. We paid 150HKD (Php 858.67) each for a round trip in the Standard Cabin. The Crystal Cabin looks more fun since you can see through the floor but I was not willing to shell out an additional 85 HKD (Php 486.58). You can pay for a one-way ride in the standard cabin plus one-way ride in the crystal cabin for 210 HKD (Php 1, 202.14) though.
The cable car journey was 5.7 km long from Tung Chung Town Center to Ngong Ping Village.From our cable car, we could see a panoramic view of Lantau Island, Tian Tan Buddha, Hongkong International Airport, Ngong Ping Plateau, and the surrounding terrain and waterways.
Ngong Ping Village Directory
You'd never get lost in Ngong Ping Village. Trust me. I mean, trust those arrows. Hihi.
Ngong Ping Village is a cultural village designed to reflect and preserve the cultural and spiritual integrity of Ngong Ping area. The village features Traditional Chinese architectural designs. There is also a motley of retail shops and restaurants.
Wish popcorns were this big. Hihi.Mac striking a pose with one of the 12 divine generals representing Chinese birth yearYou have to climb 268 steps to get to the peak of Tian Tan Buddha (largest seated outdoor bronze statue in the world) so we passed. We're complacent with seeing him from afar. Hehe.
The Big Buddha symbolizes the harmonious relationship between man and nature, people and religion.
We're not one of the brave souls who could trek all the way to the peak.
We also got to visit the Po Lin Monastery which was founded in 1906 and is regarded as one of the most important Buddhist sanctums in Hongkong.
Way to Po Lin Monastery
This area is where people come with their incense offerings.
Disneyland
And saving the best for last, Disneyland! :)
From Tung Chung station, we went to Sunny Bay station which is the interchange station to Disneyland Resort. Yes, Disneyland has it's own train! There are Mickey Mouse windows, interior couch seatings, and Disneyland figurines inside.
How cute are these Mickey handles? :)
Our admission tickets cost 450 HKD (Php 2, 568.37) each. It's actually advisable to allot one whole day to tour the theme park because aside from the rides and attractions, there are parades scheduled everyday. We were able to see the "Flights of Fantasy" and "Disney Paint the Night" parade. Swear, the experience was surreal!
And saving the best for last, Disneyland! :)
From Tung Chung station, we went to Sunny Bay station which is the interchange station to Disneyland Resort. Yes, Disneyland has it's own train! There are Mickey Mouse windows, interior couch seatings, and Disneyland figurines inside.
Micky mouse windows
Bronze statues of popular Disney characters are displayed inside the train.
How cute are these Mickey handles? :)
Disneyland Resort Station
Flights of Fantasy Parade
Disneyland at night
A day in Disneyland will not be complete without watching the "Disney in the Stars" fireworks at The Sleeping Beauty Castle. The fireworks display was scheduled at 9 PM so we got there 30 minutes early to get a good spot. I had goosebumps from the start to the end of the display. Yes, it was magical. Wouldn't forget this night. :)
Mongkok
What better way to end our tour but to go shopping for "pasalubong" at Mongkok which is famous for various night markets. Mongkok is the counterpart of Divisoria in HK.
There are souvenir shirts, ref. magnets, keychains, USBs, phone cases, jewelries, bags, shoes, and what-have-you.
The place is chockfull of people so you really have to be careful with your belongings. There is a myriad of restaurants all over Mongkok so finding a place to dig in wouldn't be a problem. :)
And so we went back to the hostel with shopping bags, filled tummies, and happy faces. (I could here the song "A whole new world" in my head on the way home. Haha.)
It was an exhilarating but fun-filled day. This is definitely one for the books. Swear, we'll come back! Next time, we'll bring our kid along. Hihi.
Check out Day 1 of our Hongkong trip here: Hongkong Tour (Day 1)
What better way to end our tour but to go shopping for "pasalubong" at Mongkok which is famous for various night markets. Mongkok is the counterpart of Divisoria in HK.
There are souvenir shirts, ref. magnets, keychains, USBs, phone cases, jewelries, bags, shoes, and what-have-you.
The place is chockfull of people so you really have to be careful with your belongings. There is a myriad of restaurants all over Mongkok so finding a place to dig in wouldn't be a problem. :)
And so we went back to the hostel with shopping bags, filled tummies, and happy faces. (I could here the song "A whole new world" in my head on the way home. Haha.)
It was an exhilarating but fun-filled day. This is definitely one for the books. Swear, we'll come back! Next time, we'll bring our kid along. Hihi.
Check out Day 1 of our Hongkong trip here: Hongkong Tour (Day 1)
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