Hong Kong is packed with people, with 6 million crammed into a city that mostly sits on a piece of real estate no bigger than Manhattan. Mongkok is not only Hong Kong's most populated area, but the world's. According to the Guinness Book of Records Mongkok is the most densely populated place on the planet, squeezing in over 130,000 people per km2.

   Mongkok means busy corner in Cantonese, and Mongkok is just that. Once the headquarters for the notorious Hong Kong Triads, this is now one of Hong Kong's liveliest districts, jammed full of shops, street side stalls as well as Hong Kong's famous Mongkok Ladies Market. Take our tour of Mongkok Ladies Market to get a slice of the real Hong Kong, and possibly a bargain as well.

   Possibly the city's most famous market, and still one of the best, the Mongkok Ladies Market sells everything and anything, from tourist tat to fake handbags, and, despite the name, is not only aimed at women. While clothing is the markets bread and butter, Chinese themed gifts, toys and electronics are also available.

   In the picture is a veritable Macy's selection of goods, and while many of the stalls stock similar items, there is still a wide selection available. You can find the Ladies Market between Boundary Street and Dundas Street on Tung Choi Street.

   Time to dust off those bargaining skills, as bargaining at the Mongkok Ladies Market is a must. All prices at the Ladies Market are negotiable, and the sellers will waste no time in trying to fleece na?ve tourists.

   Assume everything is at least 10% overpriced, if not 20%. Start at a low price and bargain with the stall holder until you reach a price you think is fair, if they won't budge, take your business down the road, as the same or similar product shouldn't be far away. Be warned, Hong Kong market sellers are old veterans and can appear aggressive, but the bargaining is just part of the game, and if you get a good price, they will often offer you a compliment afterwards. Try our dedicated page of Hong Kong Shopping Tips for more information on how to get the best out of shopping in the city.