HK Post puts happy stamp on five themed sets
One of the five sets features the panda cub twins. Photo courtesy of Hongkong Post
Hongkong Post has unveiled five themed sets of stamps for release between July and December, with each featuring elements of the city's unique cultural identity from cute pandas and its unique skyline to the storied aviation industry.
At the top of the shopping list for many is "Giant Panda Twin Cubs", which features Hong Kong's very own Jia Jia and De De.
Also popular will be "Hong Kong Hiking Trails Series No 3: Wilson Trail", which offers 10 scenic views of one of the most distinct and challenging hikes, coming in at 78 kilometres from Stanley to Nam Chung.
"Aviation Development in Hong Kong" is a set of four stamps showcasing the airport over the decades, from its relocation from Kai Tak to Chek Lap Kok to its runway development.
The "24 Solar Terms – Autumn" series features designs based on the Chinese calendar and marks the "change of seasons and meteorological patterns," particularly the six solar terms of transition into the cooler months.
"Christmas Stamps V" uses the iconic Victoria Harbour silhouette to embrace Hong Kong's multicultural identity, with night views serving as the background and Christmas elements adorning the skyline.
These stamps are available for orders at shopthrupost.hongkongpost.hk.
More details can be found on the Hong Kong Stamps FaceBook page at www.facebook.com/HKPStamps or at its stamps.hongkongpost.hk website.
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