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The name Kowloon is derived from the "Nine Dragons" which represent the nine peaks in Kowloon. This densely populated territory hosts several different areas to include Tsim Sha Tsui which is the touristy area in and around the waterfront, Jordan, Yau ma tei, Mongkok, Kowloon City, The New Territories and I'm sure many more I'm not even aware of. What I enjoy most about Kowloon is the hustle and bustle. There is always something happening on the promenade. On Sundays, there are festivals, musical performances, street vendors selling their artwork and jewelry and so much more. There is always something to see. I decided to take the free tai chi class which is taught by tai chi masters each morning at 8:00 am along the promenade. I should say "attempted" the tai chi class. You have to have a good sense of balance, which I do not but then again it was fun just trying. There was a festival going on the Sunday I arrived and I have some pics and video below of a lion dancer and some adorable school children entertaining the crowds. Kowloon is also a great spot for shopping which I'll have more information under the shopping link on this site. The clocktower was once the hub for the Canton railway station and is now a landmark along the waterfront. The pictures are of a fitness float which is prominently displayed in front of the clocktower and was used during their Lunar New Year celebration. Since the first time I stepped foot onto that promenade in 2005 I have always felt as if it were my home and I still do. | |
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