Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of China, located on the southeastern coast of the country. It was a British colony until 1997 when sovereignty was transferred back to China under the principle of "one country, two systems." This arrangement grants Hong Kong a high degree of autonomy, including its own legal and economic systems, separate from those of mainland China. Hong Kong is a major global financial hub known for its skyscrapers, bustling city life, vibrant culture, and international cuisine.