Travel Guides & Tips in this video
- Tip 1Hong Kong's public transportation is easily navigable using Google Maps, making it convenient to find bus routes and schedules. (11:11)
- Tip 2Cashless payment is prevalent in Hong Kong, even in rural areas. It's a stark contrast to many places where cash remains king. (14:29)
- Tip 3Research your destination thoroughly before traveling, especially to border regions or areas with access restrictions. This helps to avoid unexpected issues and disappointments. (15:19)
- Tip 4Use translation apps to navigate menus in foreign restaurants. This allows you to easily understand what's on offer and order your meal. (26:37)
Ken Abroad's journey to Hong Kong's northern border unveils unexpected challenges and captivating discoveries. Denied entry to a village near Shenzhen, he explores the unique blend of rural tranquility and modern cashless payment systems in this fascinating border region. His unexpected encounters with locals and the stunning scenery offer a glimpse into a side of Hong Kong rarely seen by tourists.
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This video follows Ken Abroad's journey to the outskirts of Hong Kong, specifically to a village near the mainland China border. He starts his adventure by taking a bus from the city center, experiencing the public transportation system and noting the scenic change from the concrete jungle to green mountains.
His initial destination is a border crossing point, but he soon discovers that access to the village of Kung Hao (or its actual name, which he later discovers) is restricted to those with special permits. This surprising discovery forms the central theme of the video, leading to interactions with locals and insights into the unique dynamics of this border region.
Ken's attempt to access the village is thwarted, and he explores the nearby area instead. He observes the stark contrast between the modern, high-rise buildings of Shenzhen, China, visible across the border, and the rural setting of Hong Kong. He interacts with locals, highlighting their kindness and helpfulness despite the language barrier.
The video offers a glimpse into the daily lives of people in this border area, showing cashless payment systems and the peaceful atmosphere of the region. Ken's personal observations and reflections, such as his comparison of the cashless payment systems in Hong Kong and Germany, add a unique dimension to the narrative. He explores the area around the border, discovering a temple and what seems to be an old graveyard, adding cultural and historical elements to the video.
The video concludes with Ken enjoying a delicious meal at a local restaurant, highlighting the local cuisine and providing further insights into the local culture. The overall tone of the video is one of curiosity, discovery, and respect for the local culture, making it an engaging and informative journey into a unique part of Hong Kong.
FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)
- Q: Why wasn't Ken allowed to enter the border village?
- A: Because it's a frontier closed area and requires a special permit to visit. It's not open to all tourists.
- Q: What was the most surprising thing Ken found?
- A: Probably the fact that I couldn't get into that village, and that even on a small bus in a rural area, everyone was paying cashless!