Travel Reference
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Hong Kong Sevens
Hong Kong's most famous sporting event - and probably its most original, for the Rugby
Sevens was invented here in 1975 - this eternally popular tournament promises fierce com-
petition, as well as a reliable glut of carnivalesque partying from the fans
(
www.hksevens.com.hk
)
.
May
The city steams up, especially in the urban areas, as the long summer
months begin. The first heavy showers of the year cleanse the air as religious
celebrations heat up the mood.
Birthday of Tin Hau
A festival dedicated to the patroness of fisherfolk and one of the harbour city's most popular
deities. Key celebrations include a colourful float parade in Yuen Long and traditional rites
at the 'Big Temple' in Joss House Bay (
Click here
).
