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Hvar is an island and town in the southern Croatian region of Dalmatia, located in the Adriatic Sea and known for its abundant sunshine, lavender fields and historical sites. The island enjoys over 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, making it one of the sunniest locations in Europe.
The island of Hvar is about 68 kilometers long and is dotted with crystal clear bays, vineyards and olive groves. The town of Hvar boasts 13th century walls, the Hvar Theatre (1612), one of the oldest theaters in Europe, and the Renaissance-style St. Stephen's Cathedral. The Old Town Square, the largest square in Dalmatia, is surrounded by Venetian-style buildings.
Lavender, honey and wine are abundant on the island, and visitors can hike up the hilltop fortress for panoramic views or take a boat trip to the nearby Pakleni Islands for diving. In the summer, Hvar Bay becomes a gathering place for yachting enthusiasts, with nighttime parties providing a unique contrast to the historical and cultural experience.
Kowloon City is a historically rich area in the southeastern part of the Kowloon Peninsula in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, adjacent to the Kai Tak runway area and the Kowloon Walled City Park. Once a military fortress during the Qing Dynasty, the area developed into a unique marketplace community after World War II, preserving the traditional Lingnan culture. The Kowloon Walled City Park, formerly known as the "unregulated" Kowloon Walled City, is now a landmark site that combines historical relics with recreational landscaping. The area is dotted with old streets and alleys, where authentic Cantonese and Southeast Asian cuisines and traditional bazaars converge, giving the area a strong sense of life. As the epitome of Hong Kong's multiculturalism, Kowloon City carries the memory of a century's history and also perpetuates the vitality and smoky atmosphere of the local community, making it a must-visit place for experiencing Hong Kong's olden days and marketplace culture.