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ong Kong's status as a cultural meeting point has resulted in a great diversity of religious life. The Buddhism and Taoism of the traditional Chinese co-exist harmoniously with a strong Christian community and active representa- tion of virtually all the world's major religions. Religious observances are strongly interwoven with the fabric of daily life in Hong Kong. Many of the major festivals celebrated throughout the year are of religious significance and almost every home or business place has its shrine or 'God Shelf'. There are many temples, both large and small, scattered throughout Hong Kong. The title page shows the interior of the Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas in the New Terri- tories, while opposite is shown a shrine sandwiched between tall buildings in the inner city area.