Hong Kong International is located at Chek Lap Kok, Lantau Island, Hong Kong. It is opened for operation since July 1998. In 2005, the annual passenger traffic reached 40.74 million and the Airport was awarded as “World’s Best Airport” by Skytrax (an independent aviation research institution in the UK).
For details of the airport and transport to/from the airport, please visit the following Hong Kong International Airport Official website: http://www.hongkongairport.com/eng/index.html
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Hong Kong International Airport
Public Transportation in Hong Kong
In Hong Kong, there are many kind of public transportation, which could bring you visit Hong Kong with a fast and safe way!
Mass Transit Railway (MTR) - Underground System
It is similar to the Underground transportation system in UK. It is one of the most convenient tools for visitors and local people. There are 6 lines (including the Airport Express) with 57 stations in services. You may find the fares, time and station map from its official website: http://www.mtr.com.hk/
Kowloon-Canton Railway (KCR) - Railway System
It is a railway system brings you from the Kowloon to the New Territories. In recent years, the development of the New Territories is fast, New Territories is changed from a rural area to other new cities of Hong Kong. The need and development of Rails are therefore arisen. There are 3 rails (East, West and Light Rails) in services now. For details, please check its official website at:
http://www.kcrc.com/
Bus
Buses are a major tools for daily life. It brings us form point to point. In Hong Kong, there are 3 bus companies offering different routes for the public. You may search the route you want, with time and fares, from their websites:
Kowloon Motor Bus Company
http://www.kmb.com.hk/
New World First Bus
http://www.nwfb.com.hk/
City Bus Company
http://www.citybus.com.hk/
StarFerry
Unless going to outlying island, few people take ferry to cross the harbour. However, for tourists, a ferry trip is worth-while.
The Peak
The Peak can be reached by Peak Tram. The Tram goes from mid-levels to Victoria Peak. Bus are provided for passengers travel between Star Ferry HK side and Garden Road Terminal.
http://www.thepeak.com.hk/
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