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The Port Thrives On
Hong Kong grew and thrived around its magnificent deep water harbour. It has always played a vital role in the Colony's economy.
Hong Kong has an international reputation of being one of the fastest turn-around ports in the world and its facilities and services are constantly being improved. More than 6,000 ocean-going vessels use it each year, loading and unloading millions of tons of cargo. In March 1967, 613 large ships entered the port -the biggest total for any one month
to the Second World War.
For the tourist the harbour has an endless fascination. It ripples with life as ferries, lighters, traditional junks and the big ships bustle about its waters and from the steep sides of Hong Kong Island, the harbour offers a spectacular panoramic view that has few rivals in the world.
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