One of the greenest cities in the world, Vancouver is home to countless bird species. Eagles, herons, snow geese, owls, gulls, jays and sandpipers — you can find them all here. Casual watchers and serious ornithologists will enjoy the abundance of bird life in the region. The temperate rainforest, alpine landscapes and waterways bring you a variety of species like nowhere else in the urbanized world. You will be reaching for binoculars even downtown. Stanley Park, Pacific Spirit Regional Park, George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary, the Brackendale community and Boundary Bay are excellent places to see our feathered brethren. Check out the Nature Vancouver webpage for an impressive list of bird-watching spots.

Pottinger Street, named after Hong Kong’s first Governor in 1854, is affectionately known as 'Stone Slabs Street' due to its distinctive granite stone steps. This is one of the district's most iconic and photogenic streets, offering a glimpse into the area's rich history. A short 10-minute walk from here leads to Hollywood Road, where you can explore significant colonial-era architecture at the Central Police Station and Victoria Prison.

Hong Kong's largest ever restoration project is an arts and entertainment complex occupying the colonial-era police station and its adjacent buildings, such as a former jail, where today's visitors head of their own volition. The Tai Kwun Contemporary located on its grounds is estimated to host up to 8 art exhibitions every year, plus music and cultural events (such as theatrical performances, workshops, and more) are being scheduled continuously — check their website to see what's on. Don't miss the bar occupying an old prison building.