The Jamia Mosque is the main drawcard and although partially hidden on the left, it is easy to recognise with its pale green facade set amongst cool green foliage. Past Robinson Road and we are now ensconced in residential headiness. High rise apartments tower above you in all directions. And just how much do you pay for the best views? The metal walkway below us disappears at Conduit St meaning we need to about face and begin our descent.
Looking back towards Central. Walking down is a perfect opportunity to stop and mingle at all the establishments that we singled out on the way up. Pause for a pint or a meal, and scout out some favourable options to come back to after dusk when the neon comes alive and the area around Soho is a special place to be. Grab a gelato? Can you afford to live in Hong Kong? You can ponder it over lunch! A quick taste of what Hong Kong offers in one vertical ride. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of Hong Kong Island.
What is it? Where does it start? When is it? Stairs run adjacent for those who in a hurry. Atmosphere: Accessible Wheelchair , Family Friendly.
Natural Feature, Park. It is situated near the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, the site of the previous ceremonies for the handover of Hong Kong and the establishment of the Administrative region that were held in July Be sure to visit this iconic location to witness the flag raising ritual that occurs every morning at 8. The intricate sculpture stands at six meters high, on a red granite base and depicts a gilded flower bauhinia which illuminates on the second day of Chinese New Year with the help of fireworks.
Watch out for: Majestic sculpture. This intriguing outdoor space endeavors to inject a slice of nature into your vacation. Marvel at the exuberant and kaleidoscopic models of sculptures. The show offers an impressive array of potted plants, intricate floral arrangements as well as gorgeous landscape exhibitions constructed by local and overseas participants. One can appreciate hand-drawn masterpieces penned by students as well as commercial stalls with vendors selling an assemblage of flowering plants and horticultural products.
Capture the prickly cacti on camera along with countless species of beautiful flowers. Watch out for: Sculpture of a Piano. Established in October , the goal of this museum was to chart the remarkable history of the racing culture that dominated Hong Kong and preserve its memory.
The history of horse racing in Hong Kong from its extremely humble beginnings during the midth century to its current professional status is recounted along with its recent popularity and success. The development of the Hong Kong Jockey Club is also illustrated. Witness how the club expanded into a charitable organization; the transformation highlights the overwhelming kindness that it has donated for the industrialization of the city.
This is an unconventional tourist attraction detailing a relatively small but crucial piece of history. Watch out for: Equine skeleton. Put your problem solving skills to the test when competing in a series of room escape games in which players are locked in a room and have to utilize the elements of the area to resolve puzzles, uncover hidden clues and beat the clock in order to escape the room.
LOST features seven distinctive rooms with differing themes that include Ancient Egypt, an underground network system, and an isometric room featuring multiple fluorescent shapes and models. An amusing activity to do with families that can stretch you mentally and improve communication, observation and team building skills. Ignite your competitive spirit at LOST. Watch out for: Ancient Egypt room. It is the main street for antiques shopping, being lined with shops and auction houses dealing in all types of antique including porcelain ware, sculptures, statues, Chinese furniture, rugs and curios.
More latterly the street has become known for an ever growing number of contemporary art galleries. In the 19th century this area was unsafe for Westerners to visit, being an area of ill-repute frequented by opium addicts, prostitutes, thieves and gamblers. Escalators from the Hollywood Road footbridge lead down to Shelley Street and the next leg of the journey The first set of uphill escalators runs up Shelley Street to Staunton Street.
The escalators left , continue the climb up Shelley Street Bars, restaurants and cafes, busy day and night, line both sides of the escalators on Shelley Street and both sides of Staunton Street. During the midth century, Staunton Street was where a French religious organisation, Etrangeres de Paris, established their first headquarters, from where Catholic priests organised missionary activity throughout China.
Elgin Street is also part of SoHo district and lined with more bars and restaurants. Caine Road was named after a British Army Major, William Caine, the first magistrate in the colony and founder of the Hong Kong Police Force, whose reputation for liberal use of the rattan cane made him a feared but respected official. The Museum of Medical Sciences is located in a renovated Edwardian building, formerly the Pathological Institute and displays the history of both Traditional Chinese and Western medicine and the development of medical and health sciences in Hong Kong.
However, Rednaxela Terrace is more famous for being the home of Dr Jose Rizal, national hero of the Philippines, who lived there in exile at number 2 with his family from December to June and is commemorated by a plaque. Dr Rizal had fought for reform of the Philippines during Spanish colonial rule but was executed in , an act which contributed to the Philippine Revolution.
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