Head to the parks in the early morning to see mostly elderly practitioners going through their slow tai chi routines, said to maintain health and flexibility.

Called “bitter tea” in Chinese, astringent brews made from medicinal herbs designed to fight off colds are sold from special urns - you’ll see them in Sheung Wan.

The Chinese have all sorts of symbols for luck, health and longevity, which are prominently displayed on packaging, temples (such as at Wong Tai Sin) and homes.

This hard green stone is believed by the Chinese to prevent ageing and decay; there’s even a Hong Kong market dedicated to it.