Hong Kong has long been regarded as one of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities, with its Cantonese Chinese origins having blended with the heritage of an extended period of colonial rule. Additionally people of many different regions and nationalities have made their home in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong is justifiably renowned for its shopping opportunities, and of these the Cheung Sha Wan Road Fashion Street holds a special place. It is a wonderful venue at which you may find attractive fashion clothing at bargain prices. The majority of the stores are located between Wong Chuk Street and Yen Chow Street, providing local and visiting shoppers with attractive apparel at wholesale rates.
Most of the numerous shops are operated by fashion-savvy proprietors who have a keen insight into the fashion arena. Many of the clothing items are relatively good quality extras from local clothes manufacturers. The majority of the stores are open during regular business hours, but some remain open for business for extended periods.
Another popular attraction in the vicinity is the Apliu Street flea market which is well known for its wide selection of new and used electrical equipment and electronic devices which are retailed at very attractive prices. Also on offer are a wide range of telecommunications products and affordably-priced A/V items. This expansive flea market also contains such items as old coins, antique watches and other interesting merchandise. However you must possess a good eye for genuine articles to avoid any confusion. The stalls at the Apliu Street market are normally open for business from midday until night time.
In earlier days in the period after World War II Cheung Sha Wan functioned as a manufacturing centre, containing numerous light industries such as clothing and textile production. In the 1980s following the open door policy implemented in China many manufacturing factories transferred their operations to the mainland, leaving behind industrial buildings. Many of these have since been renovated into warehouses and offices as well as clothing retailers.
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