Culture of Hong Kong  From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump
to: navigation, search  The culture of Hong Kong can best be
described as a foundation that began with China, and became more
influenced by British colonialism. After the 1997 transfer of
sovereignty to the People's Republic of China, Hong Kong
continues to develop an identity of its own.[1]  Cultural
identity[edit]  150 years of rule as a separate British colony,
as well as political separation from the rest of mainland China
have resulted in a unique local identity. Elements of
Traditional Chinese culture combining British western influences
have shaped Hong Kong in every facet of the city spanning from
law, politics, education, language, food, and the way of
thought. It is for this reason that many people in Hong Kong are
proud of their culture and generally refer themselves as "Hong
Konger" or "Hong Kong Chinese", to distinguish themselves from
the Chinese in mainland China (which developed independently).
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