The Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong has sailed into harbor on a port call as part of a drive to drum up patriotism and pride in China's military advancements.

China's first domestically built aircraft carrier, the Shandong, sailed into Hong Kong waters on Thursday in its first visit to the Asian financial hub, accompanied by three People's Liberation Army vessels including missile destroyers.

China’s first domestically-built aircraft carrier, the Shandong, and its three escort vessels are visiting Hong Kong from July 3 to 7, offering public tours for the first time to the city’s residents.