According to comprehensive news from Worldway: To understand the culture of a region, one must first look at its architecture, as the style of the buildings is filled with stories. The old buildings in Hong Kong are not truly "aging"—a significant proportion of these old structures have actually been revitalized, giving rise to new vitality. The interesting aspect is that, from an outsider's perspective, we often lament the passage of time, while the buildings themselves seem to grow younger. This time, we will recount the buildings in Hong Kong that are over 100 years old; they are indeed older than us—but who is truly younger is hard to say!
1881
The landmark for culture, tourism, and shopping in Hong Kong is undoubtedly "1881"! This large shopping mall, converted from a historical site, was once the headquarters of the Hong Kong Water Police, and has now become the flagship store for several international brands. The mall retains several major historical sites and has been renovated: the original Water Police headquarters has been transformed into a high-end heritage hotel; the stables have become a restaurant, and the fire station has been converted into a fashion store... The gas lamps and time ball tower here are also worth a visit.
Address: 2A Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Address: 2A Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Blue House
Why is it called the Blue House? You would have to ask the maintenance workers. It is said that when the Blue House was being renovated, the painters only had blue paint on hand, so they painted the exterior walls of the building blue; if there had been other colors available at the time, the Blue House might have a different name now.
The four-story Blue House features Lingnan architectural characteristics and is one of the few remaining tong lau (traditional tenement buildings) in Hong Kong with a terrace. Here, in addition to the blue exterior walls and the tall, steep wooden staircase that allows you to feel the history of this old house, you can also visit the "Wan Chai Community Museum" on the first floor of the Blue House. Through themed exhibitions and various collected items from local residents, you can glimpse the early living culture of Hong Kong.
Address: 74 Stone Nullah Lane, Wan Chai, Hong Kong Island
The four-story Blue House features Lingnan architectural characteristics and is one of the few remaining tong lau (traditional tenement buildings) in Hong Kong with a terrace. Here, in addition to the blue exterior walls and the tall, steep wooden staircase that allows you to feel the history of this old house, you can also visit the "Wan Chai Community Museum" on the first floor of the Blue House. Through themed exhibitions and various collected items from local residents, you can glimpse the early living culture of Hong Kong.
Address: 74 Stone Nullah Lane, Wan Chai, Hong Kong Island
Duddell Street and Gas Street Lamps
This can be said to be one of the most romantic places in Hong Kong, as countless love stories from television and movies have been filmed here. Duddell Street features a granite staircase, and the four remaining gas street lamps in Hong Kong light up at 6 PM every evening, casting a soft yellow glow over this quiet little street.
It is recommended to visit here with your beloved at dusk to experience this classic romantic scene. Whether for a confession or a proposal, the success rate is believed to be quite high!
Address: Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong Island
It is recommended to visit here with your beloved at dusk to experience this classic romantic scene. Whether for a confession or a proposal, the success rate is believed to be quite high!
Address: Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong Island
The Fringe Club
The Fringe Club is an arts organization that has been located in the southern wing since 1984. This is a low-rise brick building that was formerly the office of an old milk company; before refrigerators became common household appliances, it served as a cold storage warehouse for ice products and dairy products. The northern wing of the building is the meeting place for another organization, the Foreign Correspondents' Club.
The Fringe Club has become a popular venue for art exhibitions, craft shows, and small theater performances, and the annual "City Festival" is also held here. In addition to enjoying art performances, you can visit the rooftop garden of the Fringe Club, where you can enjoy a cup of coffee at the outdoor restaurant and savor a delightful time filled with artistic atmosphere.
Address: 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong Island
The Fringe Club has become a popular venue for art exhibitions, craft shows, and small theater performances, and the annual "City Festival" is also held here. In addition to enjoying art performances, you can visit the rooftop garden of the Fringe Club, where you can enjoy a cup of coffee at the outdoor restaurant and savor a delightful time filled with artistic atmosphere.
Address: 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong Island
Wo Cheong Pawn Shop
Wo Cheong Pawn Shop was once a four-story old pawn shop, but it has now transformed into a new landmark in Wan Chai that combines exhibitions and leisure entertainment!
When you arrive here, you can step onto the wide balcony corridor and feel the nostalgia of old Hong Kong; or visit the exhibition hall to see the pawn shop's exhibitions and learn about the history of this industry. If you get tired of looking, you can choose to dine in the restaurant designed by renowned Hong Kong artist Wong Ping-pui, enjoying your meal while watching the trams pass by outside.
Address: 62 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong Island
When you arrive here, you can step onto the wide balcony corridor and feel the nostalgia of old Hong Kong; or visit the exhibition hall to see the pawn shop's exhibitions and learn about the history of this industry. If you get tired of looking, you can choose to dine in the restaurant designed by renowned Hong Kong artist Wong Ping-pui, enjoying your meal while watching the trams pass by outside.
Address: 62 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong Island
Old Supreme Court Building
As soon as you see the statue of the "Goddess of Justice" standing with a scale in her right hand and a sword in her left, blindfolded, you will naturally feel a sense of awe; this is the former Legislative Council building.
This two-story granite building, which has a history of over a hundred years, is designed in a Neoclassical architectural style. Surrounding the building are giant stone columns and carved railings, while the central dome is adorned with the royal coat of arms, as well as images of the "God of Forgiveness" and the "God of Truth".
When it was completed, the building served as the highest court in Hong Kong, where all important hearings were held in the past. Friends who have watched many legal dramas on TVB will surely remember this place!
Address: 8 Jackson Road, Central, Hong Kong Island
This two-story granite building, which has a history of over a hundred years, is designed in a Neoclassical architectural style. Surrounding the building are giant stone columns and carved railings, while the central dome is adorned with the royal coat of arms, as well as images of the "God of Forgiveness" and the "God of Truth".
When it was completed, the building served as the highest court in Hong Kong, where all important hearings were held in the past. Friends who have watched many legal dramas on TVB will surely remember this place!
Address: 8 Jackson Road, Central, Hong Kong Island
This is Hong Kong—where East meets West, and the ancient walks alongside the modern. Here, there is no "aging", only "history" and "history in the making". When you walk the streets of Hong Kong, brushing past these frozen moments in time, what rises in your heart—"the passage of time" or "youth"?
Edited by Worldway
