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Mong Kok is a very busy area in Hong Kong. It's part of the Yau Tsim Mong District in a larger area called Kowloon.

Mong Kok is known for its lively streets, markets, and tall buildings. Many people visit or live here, making it one of the most crowded places on Earth!

What Makes Mong Kok Special?

Mong Kok is famous for its unique markets. You can find all sorts of interesting things here.

Exploring Famous Streets

Some streets in Mong Kok are very well-known for what they sell.

Ladies' Market

The Ladies' Market is a popular spot. Even though it's called "Ladies' Market," you can find clothes, accessories, and souvenirs for everyone. It's a great place to practice your bargaining skills!

Flower Market Road

If you love plants and flowers, Flower Market Road is a must-see. It's full of shops selling beautiful flowers, plants, and gardening supplies. The street smells wonderful and is very colorful.

Goldfish Market

Near the Flower Market, you can find the Goldfish Market. Here, many shops sell all kinds of fish and aquarium supplies. It's fascinating to see so many different fish in one place.

Shopping Malls and Tall Buildings

Mong Kok also has modern shopping malls and impressive skyscrapers.

Langham Place

Langham Place is a huge shopping mall and office tower. It has many shops, restaurants, and even a cinema. It's a great place to cool down and relax after exploring the busy streets.

Grand Century Place

Another large shopping mall is Grand Century Place. It's connected to the Mong Kok East station, making it easy to get to. It offers a wide range of stores and places to eat.

Getting Around Mong Kok

Mong Kok is very easy to reach because it has several train stations. The Prince Edward station and Mong Kok station are part of Hong Kong's MTR system, which is like a subway. This makes it simple for people to travel to and from the area.

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    Aerial view of Mong Kok

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    Argyle Street in Mong Kok

  • Kowloon Tung Choi Street

    Ladies' Market

  • BUSY Mong Kok

    Sai Yeung Choi Street South

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    Fa Yuen Street

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    Flower Market Road

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    Grand Century Place. Mong Kok East station is visible at the bottom left. The area in the background is part of Kowloon City District.

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    Langham Place, 4th floor

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    Nos. 600–626 Shanghai Street

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    Mong Kok Stadium in 2011, after renovation

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    Traffic congestion in Mong Kok

  • HK MK Nathan Road Prince Edward MTR B1 Exit

    Exit B1 of Prince Edward station, with Exit C1 across Prince Edward Road West

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