Do Cars in Hong Kong Drive on the Left or Right?

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Due to historical reasons, Hong Kong follows left-hand traffic rules, while mainland China follows right-hand traffic. Below is a detailed explanation of why Hong Kong drives on the left: 1. Historical Origins: People used to mount horses with their left foot first, stepping onto the stirrup before swinging their right leg over, naturally positioning themselves on the left side of the road. Additionally, knights often engaged in duels for honor or love, wielding weapons in their right hand and holding shields and reins in their left. To strike opponents effectively, they naturally rode on the left. 2. Historical Context: Hong Kong follows left-hand traffic rules, while mainland China follows right-hand traffic. Thus, after Hong Kong's return to China in 1997, the "one country, two systems" principle was applied to road traffic regulations. Mainland vehicles entering Hong Kong must follow left-hand driving rules, while Hong Kong vehicles entering the mainland must adapt to right-hand driving.