The Victoria Harbor is one of the world's busiest harbors and has a constant ebb and flow of shipping all year round. With row upon row of skyscrapers stand prominently on the Central District which is Hong Kong's financial and economic hub. Viewing Hong Kong at night is a must! The panoramic vista is one of the most beautiful night scenes in the world so visitors wont omit the visit to the Lion Pavilion on the peak. Standing upon the pavilion and overlooking the Victoria Harbor and the Kowloon Peninsula, a spectacular night view will unfold in front of your eyes. The most spectacular are the Bank of China Tower and the Central Plaza which with 72 stories soars skyward and with the bamboo-shaped outlook of the tower.

The Peak is also the residential wonderland of most of the population as it is the most conspicuous landmark of Hong Kong. The Peak was never as popular as it is today. During the first six years of Hong Kong's history, hardly anybody traveled up there. Only in 1888, when the Peak Tramway was opened, was the area atop the hill acknowledged as The Peak.

The Peak Tram, which runs from 5:40 a.m. to 1 a.m., takes people up and down the hillside, and has been maintaining a safe reputation since its first operation. Only two cars are available to carry 72 passengers and one driver. These cars are pulled by 1,500m steel cables wound on drums.

The Peak is also a great place for walks, with its forests of bamboo and fern, lilliputian Chinese pines, hibiscus, and vines of phenomenal beauty. Visitors should start from Lugard Road, which begins just opposite the Peak Tram's upper terminus at 395m above sea level. Atop the hill, visitors will be greeted with some of the world's finest views that stretch all the way to China and Macau. The hike from Lugard Road to Harlech Road, which presents views of the harbor, takes about two hours to complete. Hikes from Green Island and Peng Chau to the north, and Lantau and Macau to the west will also take about the same time.

Today, Chinese tycoons are buying up much of the hottest properties in the region and the general public is welcome—though it certainly doesn't hurt to have a few extra HK dollars to have a peak Peak experience.