To purchase Jades of different shapes, shades and qualities, the ideal place to visit is the Jade Market which is located on the junction of Kansu Street and Battery Street. Positioned west of Nathan Road, Jade Market is where visitors will find approximately 400 jade hawkers.

Jade is a unique ornamental stone that can be found predominantly in East Asia and the worlds biggest trading centre for Jade is Hong Kong.  There are three main types of crude jade in the world. The most expensive, top grade jades are similar to emeralds. These valuable jades are generally used for churning out precious jewellery. There is also the standard decorative jade which is not as expensive as the top grade jades. These can be purchased from the many jewellery shops along the street. The genres of jade, which are sold by street traders, are the most basic ones.  The largely popular type is finger jade, which represent figures and fruits. 

Visitors can purchase various kinds of products made out of Jade at the Jade Market. Its product line includes jade rings, jade animals and even jade statues of Buddha.  Special jade souvenirs and various trinkets are an ideal piece of memory to take home with.

Purchasing jade in this part of the world is considered an art. Jade comes not just in green but comes in an extensive array of colours and textures. The best way to visit the fascinating Jade Market and purchase a precious piece of jade which is commonly associated with long life is to stay at a nearby Hong Kong Hotel. In Kowloon travellers will find many luxurious accommodation options and Kowloon Shangri La Hong Kong is one such hotel that provides everything for both business and leisure traveller needs.