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Hong Kong’s country park system covers two-fifths of the land area, and outdoor recreation in parks is a part of the way of life for many of the people. City dwellers use park areas on the urban fringe for walking, running, and tai chi chuan, among other activities, while remoter locations are used for kite flying, picnicking, hiking, cycling, and camping. There are well-organized programs of recreation and sports at the community level. The Ocean Park, one of the world’s largest oceanariums, the Hong Kong Coliseum, a 12,500-seat indoor stadium that is among the largest in Asia, and the Queen Elizabeth Stadium are among the best venues for local and international sports events and musical, cultural, and entertainment programs. For those who can afford it, the many inlets and bays in Hong Kong provide a superb setting for pleasure sailing, waterskiing, canoeing, and other aquatic sports; the Hong Kong Yacht Club is one of the most active in the South China Sea region.
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Kowloon-street-at-night-Hong-KongKowloon street at night, Hong Kong.[Credits : Photos.com/Jupiterimages]
Hong-Kong-skyline-at-night-including-the-Convention-and-ExhibitionHong Kong skyline at night, including the Convention and Exhibition Center (centre).[Credits : © Digital Vision/Getty Images]
Hong-Kong-Island-from-Victoria-Peak-Hong-KongHong Kong Island (centre background) from Victoria Peak, Hong Kong.[Credits : © M. Borchi/DeA Picture Library]
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Boat-people-in-Hong-Kong-Harbour“Boat people” (Tanka) in Hong Kong Harbour.[Credits : © Goodshoot/Jupiterimages]
Woman-lighting-incense-at-a-Buddhist-temple-Hong-KongWoman lighting incense at a Buddhist temple, Hong Kong.[Credits : © Corbis]
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