The Peak Galleria Hosts the World's Largest Bear-shaped Balloon Sculpture


(Hong Kong, November 28, 2014) The Peak Galleria of Hang Lung Properties Limited is proud to introduce the world's largest bear-shaped balloon sculpture. Standing an impressive 15 meters tall and made up of 100,000 colorful balloons, this bear-shaped balloon sculpture has achieved a new Guinness World Record for Hong Kong and can be found welcoming local and international visitors alike at the Peak Galleria throughout this festive season.

To celebrate this historic event, the opening ceremony of the "Guinness Bear @ The Peak Galleria" and the Guinness Record Certificate Presentation Ceremony was held today with Mr. Philip Chen, Managing Director of Hang Lung Properties; Mr. Norman Chan, Director ─ Leasing & Sales of Hang Lung Properties Limited; Mr. Anthony Lau, Executive Director of Hong Kong Tourism Board; and Mr. Jeff Wong, the designer of the Guinness Bear and senior management from Hang Lung Properties as the guests of honor. Visitors are invited to come along and witness the public acknowledgement of this world record teddy bear as he kicks off a series of fabulous teddy bear-themed activities at The Peak Galleria.

The Peak Galleria is introducing a series of teddy bear-related programs from today to January 4, 2015, the first and foremost of which involves a collaboration with Steiff, the world's classic teddy bear brand for over 130 years. The Peak Galleria is pleased to cooperate with this premium German teddy bear manufacturer to host the "The History of Steiff" exhibition at L1 Atrium. This exhibition shows the historic development of the teddy bear, how he was made, and how he got his name. Visitors can also view nine exclusive limited edition teddy bears that have captured the heart of collectors the world over, including the Karl Lagerfeld Teddy featuring the designer's signature sunglasses and designer suit, the Qianlong Emperor Teddy in his dragon robes, the Ralph Lauren Ranch Teddy, and the Tiger Teddy set.

About The Peak Galleria
At The Peak Galleria, ideally located at the city's number one visitor attraction, you will savor the best Hong Kong has to offer and spice up your visit with a truly sensational experience.

Look out from The Peak Galleria, more than 400 meters above sea level at the top of Hong Kong, and you'll enjoy the breathtaking panorama of Hong Kong's soaring skyline bordering the famed Victoria Harbor. Inside The Galleria, you'll find an exciting range of specialty shops offering everything from contemporary lifestyle designer products to eye-catching art works and charming handicrafts. Relax by tasting local delicacies in authentic Hong Kong-style restaurants. Everywhere you look, there is something unique from Hong Kong for you to enjoy.

Please visit:
Peak Galleria website (http://www.thepeakgalleria.com/)
Peak Galleria Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/PeakGalleria)
Peak Galleria Weibo (http://e.weibo.com/thepeakgalleria)

About Hang Lung Properties
Hang Lung Properties Limited, a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Index and Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Indices in Hong Kong, is a leading real estate developer in Hong Kong and mainland China. Boasting a diversified portfolio of investment properties in Hong Kong, the Company has progressively branched out into the Mainland since the 1990s, building, owning and managing world-class commercial complexes in key cities, projects that have earned international acclaim for their exceptional quality of architectural design, services and sustainable features.

Riding on the immense success of its two landmark properties in Shanghai, Plaza 66 and Grand Gateway 66, the Company's footprint has expanded to Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming and Wuhan, with all the Mainland projects carrying the "66" brand. Subsequent to the grand openings of Parc 66 in Jinan, Palace 66 and Forum 66 in Shenyang, as well as Center 66 in Wuxi over the past few years, Riverside 66, another world-class investment property in Tianjin, also comes into operation on September 26, 2014. As Hang Lung's business continues to grow, the Company is set to develop into the most admired mega national commercial property enterprise in the market.

Media contact:
Cheung Ka Wing  
Assistant Manager
Corporate Communications  
WingKWCheung@HangLung.com

Sharon Cheung
Officer
Corporate Communications
SharonCheung@HangLung.com

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Mr. Philip Chen, Managing Director of Hang Lung Properties (fourth from left); Mr. Norman Chan, Director ─ Leasing & Sales of Hang Lung Properties Limited (third from left); Mr. Anthony Lau, Executive Director of Hong Kong Tourism Board (sixth from right); Mr. Jeff Wong, the designer of the Guinness Bear (fifth from right); and senior management from Hang Lung Properties attend the opening ceremony of the "Guinness Bear @ The Peak Galleria" and the Guinness Record Certificate Presentation Ceremony.
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