This urban population is leading the world in life expectancy
Photos: Hong Kong: The world's highest life expectancy
In Hong Kong, life expectancies at birth for both sexes have steadily increased over the past 46 years. In 2016, life expectancy there was 81.3 years for men and 87.3 years for women -- topping global rankings.
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Photos: Hong Kong: The world's highest life expectancy
Despite living in a dense urban area, people in Hong Kong have easy access to most amenities, so they walk more and drive less.
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Photos: Hong Kong: The world's highest life expectancy
Hong Kong is greener than most cities, and almost all districts are members of the WHO global network of age-friendly cities, which encourages the creation of urban spaces supportive of older people. Pictured, Hong Kong Park in the center of the city.
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Photos: Hong Kong: The world's highest life expectancy
Within a short drive of the city center, there are mountains for hiking and beaches for swimming or surfing, providing locals with outdoor activities to keep fit. Pictured, Shek O beach in Ho