Understanding Hong Kong identity and everyday customs

Why go

Traditional writing, regional language, music, holidays and religion are useful starting points for understanding Hong Kong’s cultural heritage. British influences form another part of that history. People may describe their relationship with Hong Kong and mainland China differently, so a single label or a broad assumption about local attitudes can miss an individual’s perspective.

Useful to know

• Keep food and drinks for a stop off the MTR or bus; follow the operator’s posted rules.
• Discuss identity respectfully and let people describe their own background rather than assuming shared political views.