Discovering Hong Kong

Causeway Bay One Day Shopping Tour

Admin — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 14:45:08 GMT

1. Times Square

Causeway Bay is a very good place for shopping. And I go Times Square for the first stop by MTR. MTR station Exit A is TImes Square. In 2nd and 6th floor, there have a lot of ladies things and sport things to buy.

And I also have lunch in there, there have a lot of food to eat.

2. Jardine's Crescent

To leave Times Square, walk to Jardine's Crescent only need to 10 mins. It is very convenient. In Jardine's Crescent, I have buy many chear things. Such as ...

CHINESE FESTIVALS - Sixth Moon

Admin — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 16:16:40 GMT

BIRTHDAY OF KWAN TAI

Luner Dates: Day 24, Sixth Moon

Western Dates: 26, Jul 2008 ( Almost July / August )

Kwan Tai is the God of War and the patron of Hong Kong's police and gangsters!

Kwan Tai - the God of Literature An historical figure from the Three Kingdoms period (AD 220-265), Kwan Tai was later deified as a Taoist symbol of integrity and loyalty.

An ever-burning lamp stands before his statue in the colourful mid-19th Century Man Mo Temple on Hong Kong Island's ...

Victoria Peak and Peak Tramway

Admin — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 23:22:37 GMT

Victoria Peak and Peak Tramway

Descriptions

The Victoria Peak

Victoria Peak, 552 metres (1,817 feet) above sea level, is the highest point of the whole of Hong Kong Island. There are many panoramic views from the Peak, allowing tourists to enjoy the beautiful overlook over Hong Kong.

There are modern malls, restaurants, museums, theatres and various recreational facilities near the Peak Tram Station, each setting off one another while combining with the beautiful natural scenery ...

The Chinese University of Hong Kong Art Gallery

Admin — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 11:54:33 GMT

The Chinese University of Hong Kong Art Gallery

Introduction

The Art Museum, an integral unit of the Institute of Chinese Studies, The Chinese University of Hong Kong serves the university community and the Hong Kong SAR by collecting, preserving, researching and exhibiting a wide range of artifacts illuminating the rich arts, humanities, and cultural heritage of ancient and pre-modern China. The Art Museum promotes the excellence of both its permanent collections and loan collections ...

CHINESE FESTIVALS - Eighth Moon

Admin — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 16:24:43 GMT

MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL

Luner Dates: Day 15, Eigth Moon

Western Dates: 14, Sep 2008 (Almost September/October)

The Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the most charming and picturesque nights of the calendar.

The festival commemorates a 14th Century uprising against the Mongols. In a cunning plan, the rebels wrote the call to revolt on pieces of paper and embedded them in cakes that they smuggled to compatriots.

Today, during the festival, people eat special ...

LangHam Place

Admin — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 13:51:53 GMT

Langham Place

Within its cool, climate-controlled environment, Langham Place offers almost 600,000 sq.ft. of floor space where shoppers can find everything from fashion labels to causal wear, from accessories to electronics - and there's no need to rush as all shops are open till late. They can also catch the latest blockbuster at on of UA Cinema's six houses, which have a capacity of 1,122 seats, or grab a bite at one of the alfresco restaurant and soak in the atmosphere. With ...

Festival Walk

Admin — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 10:03:08 GMT

About Festival Walk

The realisation of a unique concept, Festival Walk is an energised environment of innovation, originality and pleasure. Boasting a world-class design of natural light and open space, Festival Walk offers unparalleled opportunities for business and pleasure, including over 200 shops and 27 restaurants, a multi-screen cinema, Hong Kong's largest ice rink, over 220,000 square feet of office space, an 850-space car park and direct access to buses, taxis, and the ...

The Peninsula Hong Kong

Admin — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 08:24:24 GMT

The Peninsula Hong Kong

The Peninsula Hong Kong has long been hailed as one of the finest hotels in the world. Created nearly 80 years ago in the glamorous 1920s, the legendary "Grande Dame of the Far East" continues to set hotel standards worldwide, offering a blend of the best of Eastern and Western hospitality in an atmosphere of unmatched classical grandeur and timeless elegance.

The Peninsula Hong Kong offers the ultimate in luxury accommodations with the most spacious hotel ...

Honeymoon Dessert

Admin — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:21:01 GMT

Honeymoon Dessert

Honeymoon Dessert was the famous dessert restaurant in Hong Kong. It was established in 1995. The registered shop was in Sai Kung and has 2 central manufactory and 1 fruit manufactory in Thailand. Their dessert can classify the types in the fruit bowl, the bean jelly, the sago dew, the pastries and puddings and the douhua.

Address

G/f, 10A,B,C Po Tung Road, Sai Kung

Enquires

Tel: 2792 4991

Fax: 2792 6090

Transportation and Map

By Green Mini-bus

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Armani Bar

Admin — Wed, 07 May 2008 14:41:41 GMT

Armani Bar

Introduction

Upscale and trendy bar and restaurant located in the Chater House. Wine and dine with Hong Kong's elite and dance the night away.

Features

DJDance FloorLive MusicVIP RoomsBottle Service

General Information

Address

2/F Chater House

11 Chater Road

Central

Enquires

Tel: (852) 2805 0028

Transportation

Central MTR Station Exit E

Location Map

Stanley One Day Tour

Admin — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 14:59:23 GMT

1. Take MTR to Causeway Bay Station (Exit B) walk to Tang Lung Street then take a minibus no. 40.

2.Stanley Market

It is the place to find silk garments, sportswear, kidwear, fashion clothing and accessories, art, house applicance, Thai crafts, other souvenirs and a host of fantastic bargins.

I have bought a lot of things in here.

3. Walk to the Murray House & Murray House Exhibition Lobby

It is a very good place to take photo. It was used as an army quarters for the ...

History and Shopping tour

kenny — Sun, 04 May 2008 11:50:13 GMT

I am interested in the history of Hong Kong very much. I hve a tour to share to you. I visit these destinations on Wedesday.

1. At 10:00, the first station is Law Uk Folk Museum. You can go there by MTR and take exit B from Chai Wan station. It is free admission. Although it is a small museum, I think there are many things to see. The decoration of the museum maintain the old building decoration, it is very good. One thing that i think the most special is the carved chicken coop, it is ...

Jardine's Crescent

Admin — Thu, 01 May 2008 10:50:45 GMT

Jardine's Crescent

It is a piazza in the heart of Causeway Bay. Small hawker stalls sell inexpensive costumes and commodities.

Transportation and Map

MTR - Causeway Bay Exit F

BUS - Sogo Station, E.g. 2, 5, 8P, 112, 962,...

Island Beverly Center

Admin — Thu, 01 May 2008 11:06:50 GMT

Island Beverly Center

It is a shopping mall in Causeway Bay which have many teenagers go. There alsways have many fashion things to buy. However, It is cheaper than some brand. For going this shopping mall, it is convenioent as near MTR sation.

Tsim Sha Tsui and Mong Kok (One day tour)

kalok — Sat, 03 May 2008 08:22:46 GMT

I would like to share my one day tour to visit Tsim Sha Tsui and Mong Kok. i traveled to there on Monday.

1. At 10:00am, i went visit Hong Kong Museum of Art. I got there by MTR and took exit E in Tsim Sha Tsui station, walk along Nathan Road about 3 minutres towards Salisbury Road. The admission of it is $10. In the museum, there are many Chinese traditional Antiquities and arts. i would like to share one of my favourite Chinese Fine Art.

It is very special.

(PS: you can buy ...

Tsui Wah Restaurant

Admin — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 08:59:27 GMT

Tsui Wah Restaurant

With forty years history, Tsui Wah Restaurant has strong foundation and good reputation in providing high quality food & services for customers. Restaurant now have 12 shops and more than 800 staff in Hong Kong.

Address

G/f, 493-495 Jaffe Road, Causeway Bay

Enquires

Tel: (852) 2834 2438

Fax: (852) 28348438

Email: info@tsuiwahrestaurant.com

Transportation and Map

Via MTR

Causeway Bay MTR Station Exit C

Opening Hours

24 ...

International Finance Centre, Hong Kong (IFC)

Admin — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 08:07:44 GMT

About IFC mall

At the heart of Hong Kong, ifc mall houses over 200 international brands and a unique new cinema, making it the number one living and entertainment megastructure in the city.

The mall is easily accessible from all forms of public transport, including the Airport Express railway line. In addition, ifc mall's harbourside position and airy architecture add a sense of relaxation to an afternoon of shopping and a touch of magic to an evening outing.

Address

8 Finance ...

Hong Kong Museum of History

kenny — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 15:41:56 GMT

Hong Kong Museum of History

Introduction

It was established in July 1975 when the City Museum and Art Gallery was split into the Hong Kong Museum of History and Hong Kong Museum of Art. But some of the Museum's collections date back to the City Museum and Art Gallery founded in 1962 at the City Hall. In 1983, the Museum was moved to the temporary accommodation in Kowloon Park. It was moved to its present premises on Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui in 1998.

The permanent ...

Lei Cheng Uk Han Tomb Museum

kenny — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 17:19:57 GMT

Lei Cheng Uk Han Tomb Museum

Introduction

The Lei Cheng Uk Han Tomb was discovered in 1955 when the Government was levelling a hill slope at the Lei Cheng Uk Village for the construction of resettlement buildings. According to its structure, inscriptions on the tomb bricks and tomb finds, it is believed that the tomb was built in the Eastern Han dynasty (AD 25 - 220). The tomb was declared as a gazetted monument in 1988 and is preserved permanently thereafter. Though it is closed ...

Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre

kenny — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 16:28:12 GMT

Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre

Introduction

The Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre (VAC) is a branch of the APO, it provides well-equipped studios for trained artists practising in the fields of sculpture, printmaking and ceramics, facilitating them in their artistic creation in holding different kinds of visual arts activities. Currently, VAC runs nine studios, a lecture theatre, an exhibition gallery and a multi-purpose room, open for hire to artists and art groups. Moreover, VAC often ...

Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum

kenny — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 17:23:11 GMT

Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum

Introduction

Dr Sun Yat-sen was a world-renowned revolutionary who devoted his entire life to overthrowing the Qing Dynasty and setting up the Republic of China. His achievements were recognised and admired not only by the local and overseas Chinese, but also by the global community.

Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum has two permanent exhibitions displaying a number of precious historical artefacts. Supplemented by a wide range of audiovisual programmes, the Museum ...

Police Museum

kenny — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 09:07:55 GMT

Police Museum

Introduction

The forerunner of the Police Museum was the Police Historical Records Committee formed in 1964 which collected a significant number of artifacts relating to the history of the Force and proposed the foundation of a museum to display them. Originally housed in Police Headquarters, the Police Museum was started in a limited form in 1976 and later moved to Tai Sang Commercial Building in Wan Chai, and moved to the present site in 1988.

The Museum is ...

The Hong Kong Racing Museum

kenny — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 08:28:41 GMT

The Hong Kong Racing Museum

Introduction

It is opened on 18 October 1996 and dedicates to horse racing in Hong Kong and the Club's charitable role. It is located at Happy Valley Racecourse on Hong Kong Island. It has 6,000 square feet in size with a striking view of the Happy Valley Racecourse. The mission of museum is to chart the history of The Hong Kong Jockey Club and mark the Club's charitable role in Hong Kong's development. It also preserve horseracing history in Hong ...

Che Kung Temple

Admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:30:49 GMT

Che Kung Temple

Description

The Che Kung Temple is the most famous temple in Sha Tin. The worshipped Che Kung (The revered Mr. Che) is said the Generalissimo Che in the Song Dynasty. It is alleged that in the last period of that dynasty, there occurred a plague and many people died as a result of it. Inhabitants of the local Jiu Yue village carried on poles the image of Che Kung, Who was offered the high post of generalissimo for his laurel of putting down a rebellion and was worshipped ...

Lingnam Garden in Lai Chi Kok Park

Admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:43:30 GMT

Lingnam Garden in Lai Chi Kok Park

Description

"Lingnan Garden" (the garden) was officially opened to the public on 11 November 2000. As the garden is located in the reclamation area of Lai Chi Kok in Kowloon, and lichee is a famous fruit of Lingnan, it is constructed in classical Lingnan style. The garden occupies an area of 12 500 square metres with about 2 600 square metres covered with water features, which take up about 20% of its total area.

The garden is divided into ten ...

Lei Yue Mun Old Batteries

Admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:11:54 GMT

Lei Yue Mun Old Batteries

Description

In front of the Lei Yue Mun Tin Hau Temple, two antique batteries are built under enormous stones with impressive inscriptions.

Map

Cha Kwo Ling

Admin — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:39:02 GMT

Cha Kwo Ling

Description

Cha Kwo Ling is another village situated about 14km to the northwest of Lei Yue Mun. There are about 2,400 people, and some families have resided there for generations.

Apart from touring around in the village, visitors may also visit the Tin Hau Temple and the "Child-giving Rocks". It is believed that people could have sons by praying to the Rocks.

Address

Adjacent to Victoria Harbour and located between Yau Tong and Lam Tin

Transportation

Take ...

Jordan Valley Swimming Pool

Admin — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:33:15 GMT

Jordan Valley Swimming Pool

Description

Situated in Choi Ha Road, Jordan Valley Swimming Pool provides various facilities including Training pool, Fun pool and Leisure pool. There are slides and buoys of shapes of funny animals in the Fun Pool and Leisure Pool, which is definitely a good place to go in hot summer days.

Address

Choi Ha Road, Ngau Tau Kok, Kowloon

Enquiries

Tel: 2305 5919 / 2797 3177

Transportation

Take Kowloon Bay MTR station Exit A, then cross the ...

The Harbourfront Promenade

Admin — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:15:10 GMT

The Harbourfront Promenade

Description

The promenade is located at the seafront next to the Hung Hom ferry piers. At the moment, it is only a medium-sized facility attached to the Harbour Plaza Hotel. However, when the Hung Hom Bay Reclamation is completed, this promenade will be linked with the existing seafront promenade in Tsimshatsui East. Locals and tourists in particular, will certainly enjoy the scenic view of Victoria Harbour from the promenade. Come visit the promenade at night ...

Tai Tam Country Park (Quarry Bay Extension)

Admin — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:04:57 GMT

Tai Tam Country Park (Quarry Bay Extension)

Description

Tai Tam Country Park is nestled in the eastern corner of Hong Kong Island. From Jardine's Lookout in the north, it sprawls across rolling slopes of The Twins to end at the southern border on Stanley Gap Road. The western border lies in Wong Nai Chung Gap, while Tai Tam Road marks its eastern boundary. Designated in 1977, the park occupies a total area if 1,315 hectares, or one fifth of Hong Kong Island's land area.

Address

South-east ...

Lo Pan Temple

Admin — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:28:07 GMT

Lo Pan Temple

Description

Lo Pan is the Patron Saint of Chinese Builders and Contractors. His real name was Kungshu Pan and was believed to be born in 507 B.C. in the state of Lo (ancient Shandong Province). His festival falls on the 13th of the sixth month of the Lunar calendar. This is the only temple in Hong Kong erected to him in 1884 by the Contractor's Guild with donations from many people connected with the trade.

The temple is a two-hall structure, with elaborate "fire" ...

Man Mo Temple

Admin — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:05:31 GMT

Man Mo Temple

Description

Man Mo Temple was built in the mid-19th Century and is dedicated to the Taoist God of Literature and God of War, who are respectively, Man Cheung and Kwan Yu. Many worshipers come to visit this temple to pay their homage to the great gods. Lots of colourful religious articles and coils of burning incense packed the temple.

According to legend, the God of Literature, Man Cheung is in charge of official ranks so many parents pay homage to him and pray for ...

Wisdom Path

Admin — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 23:53:09 GMT

Wisdom Path

Description

An outdoor wooden replica of the centuries-old Heart Sutra, one of the world's best known Buddhist sutras or prayers, has been erected near the Giant Buddha on Lantau Island.

The island's latest tourist attraction called the Wisdom Path is a wooden version of this famous 260-word prayer. It is made up of 38 wooden rectangular beams or obelisks varying in height from 8-to-10 metres in the shape of a figure eight to represent infinity. Each obelisk bears ...

Po Lin Monastery

Admin — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:40:05 GMT

Po Lin Monastery

Description

The most well known monastery of all on Lantau Island is Po Lin (Precious Lotus) Monastery at Ngong Ping. The majestic Big/Giant/Tian Tan Buddha there is believed to be the world's greatest outdoor Buddha statue of this type. Since the opening of the Bronze Seated Buddha in 1993, Ngong Ping has become one of Hong Kong's major tourist attractions.

Address

Po Lin Monastery, Ngong Ping, Lantau Island, Hong Kong

Enquiries

Guest office: (Tel) 852-2985 ...

Yeung Hau Old Temple

Admin — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 21:54:24 GMT

Yeung Hau Old Temple

Description

This temple honors Hau Wong, also known as Yang Lianghie, a loyal court official of the late Sung Dynasty(circa1270's). A bell, put inside the temple was cast in the 38th year of Kangxi (1699).

Address

Po Chue Tam, Tai O

Enquiries

Tel: 2985 7077

Transportation

A 10-minute walk start from Tai O Bus Terminal

Map

Opening Hours

Daily 7am to 5pm

Sung Wong Toi Garden

Admin — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 21:04:47 GMT

Sung Wong Toi Garden

Description

Sung Wong Toi Garden is a park of great historical value in the Kowloon City district. According to history, at the end of the Sung Dynasty (1276AD), Sung Wong Toi was originally located on a hill called "Sacred Hill" along the seashore. After the Sung Dynasty was overthrown by the Mongolian army in 1279, people inscribed the words "Sung Wong Toi" on the huge rock in memory of the fact that two Sung Emperors once took refuge there.

To preserve ...

The Kowloon Walled City Park

Admin — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 20:13:39 GMT

The Kowloon Walled City Park

Description

The Kowloon Walled City Park was developed on the site of one of the most historical settlements in Hong Kong, the Kowloon Walled City, which was demolished in 1994. When the demolition was in progress, two granite plaques engraved with the words "South Gate" and "Kowloon Walled City" were unearthed. Hence, it was named the Kowloon Walled City Park. The construction was completed in August 1995.

The Kowloon Walled City Park is a classical ...

Shang Sin Chun Tong

Admin — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:23:09 GMT

Shang Sin Chun Tong

Description

"Shang Sin Chun Tong" was established in 1952, is the largest Taoist temple in the Kowloon City District. It comprises the "Sam Tsing Zing Hall", "Men Su Dai Hall", "Kwun Yam Hall" and "Dau Mou Hall". Each hall houses the statues of the revered Taoist gods. In the main hall, several deities have been enshrined for the purpose of worship.

Its garden is an ideal place for taking a break. There are also soothsayers stationed in the temple so that worshippers ...

The Central to Mid-Levels Escalator

Admin — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 21:55:51 GMT

The Central to Mid-Levels Escalator

Description

The Central to Mid-Levels Escalator is the world's longest outdoor covered escalator, being 800 metres (2,600 feet) long in total with 20 sections and is used by 30,000 to 40,000 people per day.Starts from Connaught Road Central to the terminal at Conduit Road.

The nearby attractions include the well-known Hollywood Road shopping area, the dining paradise of Elgin Street and Staunton Street and the residential buildings of the Mid-Levels. ...

Happy Vally Racecourse

Admin — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 22:10:01 GMT

Happy Valley Racecourse

Descriptions

Happy Valley Racecourse is one of the two racecourses for horse racing in Hong Kong. It is located in Happy Valley on Hong Kong Island, surrounded by Wong Nai Chung Road and Morrison Hill Road. It was first built in 1845 to provide horse racing for the British people in Hong Kong. The first race ran in December 1846. Over the years, horse racing became more and more popular among the Chinese residents.

You can enjoy the party atmosphere with ...

L'hotel Nina Et Convention Centre

Admin — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:42:17 GMT

L'hotel Nina Et Convention Centre

Hong Kong, the Pearl of the Orient, has been shining for decades. L'hotel Nina et Convention Centre, a spectacular landmark hotel, is ready to participate together with the best of the best in the phenomenal of growth and prosperity.

Friendly and attentive service throughout will enhance your experience of being in a landmark hotel.

International Buffet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner is served in The Circles on the 9th Floor Podium, adjacent to ...

Sheung Yiu Folk Museum

kenny — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 14:59:33 GMT

Sheung Yiu Folk Museum

Introduction

Located inside the scenic Sai Kung Country Park and occupying an area of 500 square meters, the Sheung Yiu Folk Museum was originally a fortified village built in the late19th century. The village and its neighboring limekiln were gazetted as monuments in 1981. After it was restored, the village was opened as a museum in 1984.

Permanent Display

Comprising dwellings, pigsties, a cattle shed, a 6-meters-high watchtower, a spacious drying ...

University of Museum and Art Gallery

Admin — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 12:08:29 GMT

University of Museum and Art Gallery

Introduction

The museum is housed in the Fung Ping Shan Building and the lower three storeys of the T T Tsui Building. The Fung Ping Shan Building was donated to The University of Hong Kong by Mr Fung Ping-shan in 1932 for a Chinese book library. In 1953, the building was converted into the Fung Ping Shan Museum of Chinese art and archaeology. With its extension to the T T Tsui Building in 1996, the Museum changed its title to the "University ...

Hong Kong Planning and Infrastructure Exhibition Gallery

Admin — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 09:46:16 GMT

Hong Kong Planning and Infrastructure Exhibition Gallery

Introduction

The Hong Kong Planning and Infrastructure Exhibition Gallery showcases Hong Kong�s major planning and infrastructure projects. The four main parts of the Gallery cover the topics of Town Planning, Tourism, Transport and Logistics, and Environmental Protection.

With the help of the Gallery�s three-dimensional models, computer graphics and various interactive games, you can fly through new towns, stroll ...

Lamma Seaview Man Fung Seafood Restaurant

Admin — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:52:17 GMT

Lamma Seaview Man Fung Seafood Restaurant

This would be one of the best known eating houses on Lamma, established over 30 years ago. Outdoor casual garden style dining on the waterfront is what one can expect here. One of the most popular seafood dishes in Hong Kong is Steamed Crabs with Chilli and Plum Sauce and is said to have originated from this restaurant. Other delicacies include Fried Lobster with Cheese and Butter and Fried Prawns in Garlic and Butter.

Address

G/F, 5 ...

Hong Kong City Hall

Admin — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:01:33 GMT

Hong Kong City Hall

Description

Hong Kong City Hall is the first multi-purpose cultural centre built to enhance the quality of life of the Hong Kong community. Opened in March 1962, the Hong Kong City Hall has played host to over thousands of outstanding local and overseas arts groups. It maintains an important link in the international arts scene that contributes.

Address

5 Edinburgh Place, Central, Hong Kong

Enquiries

Tel: (852) 2921-2840

E-mail: hkch@lcsd.gov.hk

Transportation

Public ...

The Bank of China Building

Admin — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:33:09 GMT

The Bank of China Building

Description

Designed by the world famous Chinese-American architect, I. M. Pei, the Bank of China Building is innovative, elegant and highly prasied. The building has 70-stories, is 369-metres high and is the third tallest skyscraper in Hong Kong.

The building was initially built by the Hong Kong Branch of the Bank of China; its Garden Road entrance continues to display the name "Bank of China", rather than BOCHK. The top four and the bottom 19 stories ...

The HSBC Building

Admin — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 21:42:14 GMT

The HSBC Building

Description

The headquarters of the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation is a modern glass and steel building designed by the famous English architect Norman Foster. It is one of the most expensive buildings in the world and is on the world-class excellent buildings list.

Viewed by the Bank as a long-term asset, the present building was commissioned in 1980 and completed in November 1985. It is considered one of the finest and most innovative bank buildings ...

Legislative Council Building

Admin — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 01:43:31 GMT

Legislative Council Building

Description

The Legislative Council Building was built between 1898 and 1910 and was used as the Supreme Court. The Building has a grand look, mixing the architecture styles of China, the UK and Greece. Standing erect, on top of the building, is Themis, the Greek Goddess of Justice. The blindfolded Goddess has a sword in her left hand and a pair of scales in her right hand, representing the spirit of law - fair, strict and impartial.

The Legislative ...

The Court of Final Appeal

Admin — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 02:26:07 GMT

The Court of Final Appeal

Description

The Court of Final Appeal Building, originally built between 1842 and 1843, is a declared monument. It is built from red brick and granite which imbues it with a feeling of classic opulence, demonstrating the nobleness and simplicity yet grandeur of ancient Greece.

During the Hong Kong colonial period, the building was the mansion of several former governors, tycoons and celebrities. It has also been used as the French Mission Building, the ...