Hong Kong 2005
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Chapter 18: Religion and Custom*
   
 
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Introduction
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As a Chinese city, Hong Kong's dominant
religions are, unsurprisingly, Buddhism and
Taoism but it is also a place where
tolerance for the customs and traditions
of every religion is ingrained. And, not
only are the followers of all faiths made
welcome, their freedom to worship
openly is enshrined in the Basic Law.

Religious freedom, one of the fundamental rights enjoyed by Hong Kong residents, is protected by the Basic Law and relevant legislation. The wide variety of religions practised in Hong Kong include, among others, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism and Judaism. Apart from offering religious instruction, the major religious bodies have established schools and health and welfare facilities.

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