The Peak

I decided to do one of the touristy things today.

Victoria's Peak is the mountain on Hong Kong island that looks down on all of Hong Kong and the harbor below. It is where the elite have traditionally resided as the temperatures tend to be cooler and the it affords a secure downward gaze on the Hong Kong masses. It is now also a very popular tourist attraction.

They have built a Peak Tram which takes you up the steep incline where you find, as is the case at every destination in Hong Kong, lots of shopping and also some very good food (and also a Burger King and, of all things, a Bubba Gump's?).

I have to admit -- the view is spectacular.

I was also able to find a great restaurant that was not part of the Peak Tram complex -- The Peak Lookout (thank you, Frommer's). If you happen to know anyone who likes a Pimm's Cup beverage, please let them know they serve it there by the pitcher!








Outdoor seating at The Peak Lookout restaurant.