Hong Kong Ocean Park has been named one of the "10 Most Popular Amusement Parks in the World" by Forbes.com.

"We are honored to be among the world's best theme parks, and we see this recognition as a source of pride for our staff and the people of Hong Kong," said Ocean Park Chief Executive Tom Mehrmann in response to the credit.

"We want to extend our gratitude to all those who have supported us, including the local residents and the 75 million guests who have visited the park over the past 29 years," he said.

He said that the park will continue to offer new and exciting attractions as well as events and programs to bring people closer to nature.

The park surpassed the previous year's full-year attendance record of 4.03 million of guests in just 10 months and 28 days of this fiscal year.

Opened in January, 1977, Ocean Park is Hong Kong's unique local park with a heritage of delivering family fun and fond memories.

It was chosen by Hong Kong citizens as the most favorite scenic spot in Hong Kong last year.

(Xinhua News Agency June 3, 2006)