Hong Kong covers a land area of over 1,106 square kilometers and a sea area of over 1,648 square kilometers. This world-renewed metropolis is made up of 3 parts: Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and New Territories. There are altogether 18 districts on those parts.

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A special administrative region of China, Hong Kong is located on the southern coast of China at the mouth of the Pearl (Zhu) River delta.

Hong Kong can be divided into four parts: Hong Kong Island, the Kowloon peninsula, the New Territories and the numerous ­outlying islands.

Here are some interesting facts about Hong Kong which were chosen and researched especially for kids.

Basic information about Hong Kong, plus many links to sites on history, environment, education, economy, culture and more.

Hong Kong is located on south coast of China, 60 km (37 mi) east of Macau on the opposite side of the Pearl River Delta, north to Shengzhen.

Hong Kong (pop. 7,340,000) is one of two special administrative regions of China. Hong Kong lies on China's southern coast, near the mouth of the Zhu Jiang (Pearl River).

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A good city guide can be very helpful in understanding Hong Kong's various areas. Since the city has both Chinese and British influences, you'll find a lot of diversity in the different areas.

Japan is an island country in the North Pacific Ocean. It lies off the east coast of mainland Asia across from Russia, Korea, and China. Four large islands and thousands of smaller ones make up Japan.

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Lying off the east coast of mainland Asia, Japan is an island country of East Asia. It consists of four main islands and a few thousand smaller islands in the western North Pacific Ocean.

Here are some interesting Japan Facts which were chosen and researched by kids especially for kids.

Bustling cities, delicious food, fascinating culture and a seriously explosive landscape! Get ready for the trip of a lifetime with our facts about Japan…

Basic information about Japan, plus many links to sites on history, environment, education, economy, culture and more.

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Macau, also known as Macao, is a Special Administrative Region of China. As the "Vegas of China", this high-energy city on the South China Sea has the world-class casinos and nightlife. Besides, it also welcomes tourists with its rich blend of Chinese and European architecture and culture, some of which have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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There’s more to Macau than meets the eye. It might be famous for being the ‘Las Vegas of the East’, but it’s home to more than just casinos. Here are a few facts about the former Portuguese colony that just may surprise you.

The Macao Special Administrative Region is one of China's two Special Administrative Regions.

A special administrative region of China, Macau is located on the country’s southern coast. The name Macau comes from the Chinese A-ma-gao, which means ‘Bay of A-ma’.

The Chinese special administrative region of Macau (or Macao) is located on the southern coast of China.

A virtual guide to Macau. Get an overview of Macau's art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy and its government.

Macau, also spelled Macao (pop. 590,000), is a special administrative region of China and a former territory of Portugal.

The Special Administrative Region, which measures 12 sq miles (31 sq km), uses the same political model as Hong Kong - "one country, two systems". That guarantees a "high degree of autonomy" for the regions for 50 years with Beijing maintaining control of defence and foreign affairs. But this is where the similarity between Hong Kong and Macau ends.

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Mongolia; the land of Genghis Khan, a landlocked country in Asia where there are more horses than people, which has one of the largest deserts in the world and fermented horse milk (airag) is the most popular drink to try out!

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The country, spanning across Central Asia and East Asia, remains relatively untouched with rural families not just surviving but thriving in one of the world’s most barren landscapes.

In the frontier zone of East Asia between northwestern China and Siberia lies Mongolia (formerly Outer Mongolia).

Mongolia is located in Asia between Russia to the north and China to the south.

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Mongolia is a country in east-central Asia. It lies between Russia and China. Ulaanbaatar is the capital and largest city.

A list of well known and less common facts about Mongolia.

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In this piece from 2013, Amanda Canning travels to the hermit kingdom – North Korea – to discover first-hand a land and its people behind the headlines.

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The country of North Korea occupies the northern part of the Korean peninsula, which juts out from the Asian mainland in the east.

Ever wondered what it's like traveling the hermit kingdom of North Korea? From local laws to crime, here's what you need to know to stay safe if you travel to North Korea.

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Profile, history, news and current events of South Korea.

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A country of eastern Asia, South Korea occupies the southern part of the Korean peninsula.

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South Korea's experiences introduced new values into Korean culture. The need for adaptability, tenacity and education increased, and nationalism was revived. These contemporary attitudes have intermingled with older Asian traditions. The new cultural combination has worked in favour of the country’s development, seeing the nation rebound and thrive economically, and begin to heal psychologically.

Taiwan is an island that has for all practical purposes been independent since 1950, but which China regards as a rebel region that must be reunited with the mainland - by force if necessary.

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At present, the nation of "China" is represented by two separate authorities: the Republic of China (commonly referred to as Taiwan) and the People's Republic of China (in mainland China and commonly referred to as just China).

Some facts and opinions about Taiwan by a tourist.

Basic information about Taiwan, plus many links to sites on history, environment, education, economy, culture and more.

Taiwan is an island in the western Pacific Ocean that lies roughly 100 miles (160 kilometers) off the coast of southeastern China.

Taiwan is a mountainous island in the South China Sea, a part of the Pacific Ocean. Taiwan lies about 90 miles (140 kilometers) off the Chinese coast. The Taiwan Strait separates the island from mainland China.