Everything About Hong Kong

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marc Learn about the monumental transfer of Hong Kong's sovereignty back to China.

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marc Understand the historical treaty that ceded Hong Kong Island to the British Empire.

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Fun Facts

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Fun Fact

Incense trading origins: Hong Kong's name means 'Fragrant Harbour' because it was once a major port for exporting highly prized agarwood incense across Asia.

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Quizzes

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Which of these is the largest island in the Hong Kong territory?

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How many outlying islands are part of Hong Kong's territory?

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What does the name 'Hong Kong' translate to in English?

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In what year was sovereignty of Hong Kong transferred from the United Kingdom back to China?

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Which war led to the British acquisition of Hong Kong Island in 1842?

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Which treaty officially ceded Hong Kong Island to Britain in 1842?

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What is the name of the political framework established for Hong Kong after the 1997 handover?

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What material historically gave Hong Kong its 'Fragrant' name?

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Glossary

harbor (noun)
A sheltered area of water deep enough for ships to anchor safely. In 1841, British colonizers chose the island's deep northern waters as a sheltered harbor for trade.