Hong Kong, a former British crown-colony located on the south coast of China at the mouth of the Pearl River, is the commercial center of the Far East and is blessed with a beautiful natural harbour. It consists of more than 200 islands as well as a part of the Chinese mainland. Besides the usual tax-free shopping, there is a surprising lot to discover, from traditional Chinese culture to brightly painted double-deck trams, and from artistic skyscrapers to unspoiled beaches. It is also a good place for travelers to pick up a job and make some money.