In pictures: The beauty of Hong Kong It's not for nothing that they call Hong Kong 'the pearl of the orient'. It might be one of the busiest metropolises in the world, but it still has a unique beauty, especially when you see Victoria Harbour lit up at night, with multicoloured light from the skyscrapers rippling on the the waters. It's a place of great contrast, the historical meeting place of East and West making for a striking fusion of two very different cultures and creating something unique to stand apart on the world stage. See for yourself what delights await in this interactive gallery.