Book Fair

Hey Everyone,

Today, I went to Wan Chai again for the Hong Kong Book Fair which was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. I had gotten wind about it yesterday, and decided that I would take a look since I'm such a book worm. Let me just say... WOW. There were SO many books it was unbelievable. Upon entering, it was sort of like that moment where Disney's Belle was surprised with the library... except, of course, that there were a lot more people. 

After having lunch, I meandered my way to the Exhibition Centre. I knew where I was going but not exactly how to get there (there are way too many non-pedestrian friendly streets, so having to navigate overpasses and their stairwell openings led to me climbing up and down a lot of stairs... A LOT). I was following signs that pointed to the book fair but it felt like I was being herded along with the rest of the crowd, who I assumed were also heading to the same destination. Now, there were a few people around me that were holding tickets, and I did not see where I could get my hands on them so I asked. The guy next to me didn't know either but we decided to follow the crowd and see where it would take us. A couple of minutes later, an old man who had overheard my question pulled me aside and gave me an extra ticket. He said he got them for free so that I could have the extra, sweet! 

Free ticket!

There were so many people at this book fair, and even more books. I'm positive that I wouldn't have been able to read more than half of the titles. The entire thing was a family affair. They had authors, whose names I haven't even heard of give talks and and autographs. It was really neat. I was astonished that even going in the middle of a working day, that it was completely packed. Normally, I insist on walking with a two foot bubble around me, but the people and the noise, I loved it!

Only one small area of the English section.