1. Brief View of Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region lies on the east side of an inlet of the Zhujiang River, composed of the Hong Kong Island, the Kowloon Peninsula, and 192 Manual for Beijing Olympic Volunteers the New Territories (including Dayu Mountain and more than 230 outlying islands). Hong Kong covers a total area of 1,095 square kilometers, with 6.5 million people living here. Shenzhen River connects the north of Hong Kong and the Shenzhen Special Economic Area. The northwest border of Hong Kong is only 150 kilometers from Guangzhou. The distance between Hong Kong and Macao is only 60 kilometers, with sea lying in between. The sea port of Hong Kong is one of the 3 best ports in the world. Hong Kong has been called the “Shining Pearl of the East”. It is one of the most important economic centers in the Asia-Pacific region, with well developed finance, industry, commerce and international trade. Hong Kong will be holding the 2008 Olympic Equestrian competitions.

For tourists, Hong Kong is the most popular city in Asia. It is a city that blends Chinese and western features, inheriting the traditions of China as well as deeply impacted by Great Britain. Attractions in Hong Kong include Ocean Park, Victoria Peak and Disneyland.

Victoria Peak is also called “Cheqi Mount” and its ancient name was “Xianglufeng” (peak of the censer). It is located in the northwestern part of Hong Kong Island, southwest of Central, at 554 meters above sea level. It has been the symbol of Chapter 7 Olympic Cities 193 Hong Kong since this land was explored. Night scenes in Hong Kong are extremely spectacular and ranked the best 4 night views in the world. Victoria Peak is the perfect place to enjoy this view.

Ocean Park is the largest entertainment park in South and East Asia, and renown as the biggest ocean park in Asia. It is along the mountains and seas, covering an area of 215 Chinese Mus (1 Mu is about 666.67 square meters). The Park is a must-go attraction spot for tourists where they can enjoy both oceanic views and entertainment facilities. It is also a favorite place for Hong Kong residents to relax.

Hong Kong Disneyland is the 11th theme park of Walt Disney Company and the 5th park built based upon the mode of Disneyland. Besides the well-known Disney stories and popular entertainment facilities, Hong Kong Disneyland has designed special facilities, performances and parades that are appropriate for Hong Kong cultures.

2. Olympic Games and Hong Kong

At its General Assembly opened in Singapore, the International Olympic Committee adopted the advice of the Beijing Olympic Organizing Committee: Hong Kong will be holding the 2008 Olympic Equestrian contests. Beijing will pay for all the operational costs, and fees for usage of venues will be paid for by the Hong Kong Equestrian Federation (HKEF). As the provider of games venues, HKEF expects to invest approximately 800,000,000 Hong Kong dollars to satisfy the needs for facilities. HKEF will expand equine facilities in Shatin into a main venue able to hold steeplechase and dressage. Point-to-point racing will be held in the Double Fish Club and venue of Hong Kong Golf Association.