Hong Kong is famous for many things – shopping, dim sum, skyscrapers – but what many don’t realize is its incredible pools – from world’s highest pool to natural infinity ponds on mountainsides; Hong Kong offers beautiful swimming spots!
Hong Kongers love public swimming pools for more reasons than one; not only are they an oasis from the intense summer heat, but they’re a gathering point for social activities with families converging at weekends and holidays to take a dip and spend quality family time. Public pools also play an essential role in encouraging a healthy lifestyle and maintaining high levels of physical fitness among their communities.
While pools are an integral component of daily life, they’re not without their problems. Recently it has come to light that some private swimming pools in Hong Kong employ unqualified lifeguards; as reported by Hong Kong Food and Environmental Hygiene Department officials recently ordering one pool to close after discovering its credentials did not match official records.
Though it is regrettable, the pool had to close, it does show the importance of Hongkong’s pool industry being subjected to regulations. Accordingly, F&EH will take additional measures to ensure only qualified lifeguards are hired for private swimming pools by reviewing current training and certification systems as well as developing technologies capable of verifying identity of lifeguards.
Hong Kong has become well-known as an ideal location for swimming thanks to the diverse array of pools available here! If you want to make your visit even better, book one of Klook’s excellent hotel packages on Hong Kong as part of your visit and staycation package.
Cordis Hong Kong provides an idyllic escape from Mongkok’s hectic streets through their rooftop pool. Spanning 42nd floors high, guests can either swim laps or relax in one of their nearby cabanas to find peace and serenity – swimmers should try getting there early to ensure uninterrupted laps!
Or for an unforgettable pool experience, head up to Hotel Indigo’s rooftop pool on the 29th floor – it features a glass-bottomed swimming experience! While swimming underwater you will be able to see directly down onto the streets below! For those not inclined to swim there’s also plenty of deck chairs offering amazing views where you can sit back with cocktails or light bites!
These beautiful pools serve as a reminder that this magical city offers much more than skyscrapers and shopping malls alone, so be sure to stop by when planning a visit!