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Aberdeen, Hong Kong
Town
Panoramic view of Aberdeen Harbour
Panoramic view of Aberdeen Harbour
Country Hong Kong
Island Hong Kong Island
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 163,459
Time zone UTC+8 (HKT)
Area code(s) 852

Aberdeen is a lively town and area located on Hong Kong Island in Hong Kong. When people say "Aberdeen," they usually mean the main town. However, it can also refer to nearby areas like Wong Chuk Hang, Ap Lei Chau, and Tin Wan. In 2011, about 163,459 people lived in Aberdeen.

Aberdeen is famous for its beautiful harbour. This harbour sits between the town and Ap Lei Chau island. It's a popular spot for tourists and is one of Hong Kong's nine harbours. Aberdeen is also known for its unique floating village. Here, around 600 traditional Chinese boats, called junks, are home to about 6,000 people. The town got its name from George Hamilton-Gordon, 4th Earl of Aberdeen. He was a very important leader, serving as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1852 to 1855.

Discovering Aberdeen's Attractions

Aberdeen is a magnet for visitors from all over the world. Many come because it's very close to Ocean Park, a huge and exciting marine theme park.

The Floating Village and Restaurants

One of the biggest draws is the floating village. Imagine an entire community living on boats! You can see many traditional junks tied up in the harbour. Some people have lived on these boats for generations.

The harbour is also home to famous floating restaurants. These large, decorated restaurants sit right on the water. They offer a unique dining experience. You can enjoy delicious food while watching the boats go by.

Exploring the Harbour

Taking a sampan ride is a great way to see the harbour up close. A sampan is a small, flat-bottomed wooden boat. These rides let you explore the floating village and get a feel for life on the water. It's a fun way to experience the local culture.

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  • Aberdeen Centre

    The entrance of the Aberdeen Square in Aberdeen Centre

  • Aberdeen Municipal Services Building 201508

    Aberdeen Municipal Services Building

  • Jumbo Floating Restaurant 1

    Jumbo Floating Restaurant

  • HK Aberdeen 香港仔舊大街 80 Old Main Street 山窿謝記魚蛋 Tse Kee Fish Ball Noodle shop sign visitors March-2012

    People queuing up in front of Tse Kee Restaurant

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    Restaurants in Aberdeen Centre

  • BM40615A Lau Kee traditional boat noodles 22-04-2019

    Lau Kee traditional boat noodles

  • Dragonboat Race in Aberdeen, Hong Kong

    Dragon boat race in Aberdeen Harbour

  • Aberdeen Sightseeing Sampan Pier 201508

    The view of Sampan Pier near Aberdeen Harbour

  • Aberdeen Promenade 201508

    Aberdeen Promenade

  • HK GranthamHospital

    Grantham Hospital

  • Aberdeen Promenade Bus Stop

    "Aberdeen Promenade, Aberdeen Praya Road" Bus Stop

  • Aberdeen Sports Ground viewed from Bennet's Hill

    Aberdeen Sports Ground

  • Aberdeen Promenade Viewing Deck 201508

    Viewing Deck of Aberdeen Promenade

  • 香港仔上水塘1

    Aberdeen Reservoirs

See also

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