A former British colony, the People's Republic of China includes the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. It has more than 200 islands spread throughout three districts. The New Territories, Kowloon Peninsula, and Hong Kong Island are the three regions. It is situated in Eastern Asia and shares borders with the South China Sea and the People's Republic of China. The total surface area of Hong Kong is 2,755 square kilometers. For half the year, the region experiences a temperate, subtropical climate. There are small plains in the north, but the most of the topography is made up of rugged mountains. There are more than 7.2 million people living there. It is among the world's most densely populated areas. With over 71 million passengers annually, Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) is the biggest airport in the region. The airport is home to over 100 airlines that fly to 180 different locations worldwide. Cantonese and British ancestry combine to form Hong Kong culture. Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity, and Chinese folk religions are the four main religions practiced in the nation. Cantonese, Mandarin, and English are the official languages. The Chinese customary law is employed in family and tenure matters, while the English common law governs other legal problems. The form of government is a socialist republic with a decentralized executive-led structure. Xi Jinping, the president of China, is the head of state. Chief Executive Carrie Lam is in charge of the government. Every five years, there are elections, and the Election Committee indirectly chooses the president. The Hong Kong dollar (HKD), which is the official currency of the nation, is currently worth 7.7 USD. With an open economy, Hong Kong is the fifth largest economy in East Asia, with a GDP of over $439 billion. The per capita income of its people is $58,165. The services sector alone accounts for the majority of the GDP. Due to its heavy reliance on foreign commerce and finance, the nation is unstable in global markets.There are many different urban and cultural attractions in Hong Kong. It draws tourists both in the summer and winter because of its stunning scenery and rich history. Repulse Bay, Ocean Park, the Big Buddha, Victoria Peak, the Star Ferry, and the Wong Tai Sin Temple are a few of the main attractions. Approximately 55.9 million tourists visit the country annually in total. The vast majority of visitors are from China's mainland.
