The place to be for all things food, drinks and party related, Lan Kwai Fong is extremely popular amongst both locals and tourists alike. Here’s some more information about the place.
Location
Lan Kwai Fong as an area is defined by a street known as D’Aguilar Street. Lan Kwai Fong is a smaller cobblestoned lane that has an L shape. Bringing in heavy tourists from all around the world, it is generally considered as upmarket in price for its dining and drinking offerings. Lan Kwai Fong also offers quite a few art galleries as well.
History
The area was initially dedicated to hawkers back before the Second World War. During those times, the square featured many marriage arrangers who were the marriage intermediaries between two families in older times.
Special Occasions
The place is ideal if you’re looking for a Budget Hotel in Hong Kong. Lan Kwai Fong is also very popular during festive seasons such as Halloween or even New Year’s Eve where it gathers massive crowds of people.
Street Culture
If you’re staying at Dorsett Mongkok, you’ll definitely be able to witness the street culture when you venture to Lan Kwai Fong. You’ll come across many performers who have set up stages to sing and play instruments.
Roland Lefevre is a travel writer who specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe.
