Hong Kong wants to double the number of Indian tourists this year to boost tourism. (Image: iStock)
According to a senior executive of the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Hong Kong The number of Indian travellers is expected to double this year, accompanied by a series of festivals and events to boost tourism. Tourism in Hong Kong Puneet Kumar, the board’s director for South Asia and the Middle East, told the Press Trust of India: “We want to double this figure this year and we have many festivals and events lined up to boost tourism this year. In the first half of 2024, Hong Kong welcomed 181,000 visitors from India, which is 89 per cent of the pre-Covid time.”
Given the growth, the Hong Kong Tourism Board expects to surpass the pre-Covid (2018) level of tourist arrivals this year, Mr Puneet further said.
The Hong Kong Tourism Board has hailed 2018 as the year before the pandemic. However, in 2019, the tourism industry was nearly brought to a standstill with hundreds of flights cancelled. That same year, the country was the scene of protests against the Hong Kong government’s introduction of a bill to amend the Fugitive Offenders Ordinance in relation to extradition.
Hong Kong attracts thousands of Indian tourists every year. If you are also planning to visit, here are some places you can visit.
Hong Kong Disneyland
Enjoy a fun-filled day at one of Hong Kong’s most revered landmarks: Disneyland. This is one of the largest theme parks where you can live out your childhood dreams and explore the 7 lands it features: Adventureland, Grizzly Gulch, Mystic Point, Toy Story Land, Fantasyland, Tomorrowland and Main Street, USA.
Victoria Harbour
Victoria Harbour is one of the most beautiful tourist spots in Hong Kong. The place boasts of its deep waters. It is also strategically located, making it a commercial hub. Here you can witness the annual fireworks. If you visit Hong Kong, this is a must-see place.
Ngong Ping Cable Car
Ngong Ping Cable Car is a cable car that offers a 360-degree view of the entire city. This cable car is approximately 5.7 km long. In addition, you can enjoy the scenic beauty of Hong Kong on this ride. Each cable car can accommodate 4 people.
Sky100 Observation Deck
Located on the 100th floor of the International Commerce Centre, this is one of the most picturesque places to see in Hong Kong. Here, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the entire city.
It shows some of the main attractions such as Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour, Kowloon Peninsula and Tai Mo Shan.
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