Surface: The total land area of Hong Kong is around 1,042 sq km.
Population: The population of Hong Kong is around 6,980,412. Chinese comprise 95% of the population; the remaining 5% percent include other groups.
System of government: Hong Kong has a limited democracy.
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Religion: About 90% of the population practice a folk version of Buddhism. Christians, Muslims, Sikhs and Hindus are also present.
Official Language: The official languages are Cantonese and English.
Government: Hong Kong has a limited democracy.
Climate: Hong Kong has a subtropical climate characterised by cool, humid winters and hot, rainy summers.
Units of measure and electricity: Hong Kong follows the metric system of measurement and the official electricity unit is 220V, 50 Hz.
Time Zone: The Hong Kong standard time is GMT + 8.
Currency: Hong Kong Dollar (1 Euro = 10.52 HKD).
Travel documents required: Visas and ID cards are necessary for travel to Hong Kong.
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| Economy |
Hong Kong has a free market economy that is highly dependent on international trade. The nation exports electrical appliances, textiles, machinery, footwear, toys, plastics, precious stones and printed material while it imports raw materials, foodstuffs, consumer and capital goods as well as fuel. Most of the imported material is re-exported.
The cost of accommodation may be anywhere between $ 70–$80 per day, public transport and food is inexpensive. |
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