The Movie

 Hong Kong's airport, through which many people move in and out of the country (of China) has many signs translating Chinese to English. Also, many of Chinese businesses extend into America or have English embassies.  All temples throughout China, including in Hong Kong, are colored in red and gold--red pillars, gold roofs, and colorful insides. Many people throughout the region of China are Buddhists, Taoists, and practice other ancient beliefs such as Confucism. Citizens who practice these religions honor their gods with incense. Some, especially Buddhists, meditate in order to seek enlightenment and eventually moksha, a state in which they believe that the soul is eternally released into the world.Hong Kong expertly balances the traditions of east and west, old and new. Although Britain had ruled it for 99 years (1898-1997) and thus attained some western culture. However, the people there are very peaceful and religious. The more urban areas of Hong Kong. Hong Kong is an island located slightly southeast of mainland China. Many people use use boats to travel from Hong Kong to China's mainland. Also, a fair amount of Hong Kong's land was carved into tracks for horse racing. However, Hong Kong's people try to build their homes to honor spirits. They do this by purposely aligning their walls and doors so that all of the natural forces' energy is flowing in one direction. The water that Hong Kong is surrounded by not only provides a major port for ship transportation. Many fish and other forms of seafood are eaten frequently in Hong Kong. The magical powers of Hong Kong's Bangyung Tree are believed to help people, especially during the Chinese New Year. People hang fruit and colored paper upon this tree with the hope that it will grant their wishes.

 In 1990, China's leader Deng Xiao Ping granted Shanghai trading rights after it was slightly oppressed in communism for forty years.  Shanghai is located on China's eastern border.  Shanghai is a bustling city, but its peaceful citizens are serene and wise. They are fairly religious. In fact, they believe that jade is a holy stone that connects the earthly word with the spiritual world. Along with the rest of China, Hong Kong has a very large population and population density. It also practices Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucism with very solemn religious ceremoniies.  Many people have built towering skyscrapers in Shanghai, where old traditions and cultures blend with modern ones.