Repulse Bay - for a Memorable Holiday on Magnificent Seashore


by Naveen Marasinghe - Date: 2008-10-03 - Word Count: 366 Share This!

 

One of the most spectacular tourist attractions in Hong Kong, "Repulse Bay" is located in the southern part of Hong Kong Island. The area is well-known for its large variety of attractive features, restaurants and aquatic activities that make a recreational ambiance every day. It also lies as a perfect place to have a relaxing stay bordering to the fabulous beaches that offer breathtaking views and experience.

 

The name "Repulse Bay" relate to the battle that took place in the 19th century where the British army repulsed pirates who were concerned crucially for foreign merchant ships trading with China. The area was modified as a magnificent beach in 1910 and convenient transportation modes have been set up such as the bus route from central to Repulse Bay.

 

The temple of Tin Hau is a unique attraction found on the eastern end of the bay displaying ancient statues of two goddesses Tin Hau and Kwun Yum that hold prominent place in traditional Chinese legends. The previous Repulse Bay Hotel has been tuned into a large shopping mall in 1982 containing dining areas, boutique stores and several coffee shops retaining hotel's historic and colonial architecture.

 

A large number of tourists visit the place to enjoy swimming and other aquatic activities in the clear azure sea water and visitor-safety is provided with floating platforms and shark prevention nets. If you are heading to this attraction during the summer vacation you will be guided with all instructions by professional lifeguards who will be on duty for your safety. The light house on the sea shore offers magnificent views of southern end of the Hong Kong Island and is the best place to capture the beautiful sun set in your camera eye.

The entire bay area is spotted with many other facilities such as a number of cafeterias, supermarkets and hotels. If you are planning to stay near Repulse Bay a variety of hotels such as Hotel Jen are waiting to offer you the best accommodation facilities in the region. Hotel Jen is a prominent hospitality provider among hotels in Hong Kong promising you a memorable stay with impeccable services and hassle free access to numerous attractions in the region.


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Naveen Marasinghe is an Online Marketing Executive at eMarketingEye which is a search engine marketing agency
that offers integrated Internet marketing solutions and specializes in serving the online travel and hospitality industry. (http://www.emarketingeye.com/ )

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