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Hong Kong, which means “fragrant harbor” in Chinese language, derived its name from its historic association with spices. During the Song and Yuan dynasties, Hong Kong was part of Dongguan, Guangdong province. In Ming, the place became a harbor that was a pit-stop for the transportation of spices from Dongguan, hence the name “fragrant harbor”. Allegedly, spices cultivation was the source of livelihood for many people in Hong Kong. Soon, the local spices became a tribute to the imperial court. Though the spices industry slipped into decline in the years to come, the name “fragrant harbor” remained.

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