Hong Kong SAR Historical pictures

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See Hong Kong’s Hollywood-style Avenue of Stars, then wait around until sundown to see the skyline light up from one of the best vantage points in town.

An idyllic green spot amid the noise and crowds of Hong Kong, this beautiful replica classical Chinese garden has water features, pavilions and ancient trees.

Hong Kong’s notoriously wild walled city was finally pulled down in the 1990s. Now, a majestic park pays tribute to it.

One of Hong Kong’s most popular daytrip spots, this beloved little island comes alive every springtime when it hosts the colourful Bun Festival. 

A popular stretch where Hong Kong’s screen stars are celebrated and where the crowds flock for the island’s nightly light show.

An idyllic green spot amid the noise and crowds of Hong Kong, this beautiful replica classical Chinese garden has water features, pavilions and ancient trees.

Worship at this spiritual centre, which serves several of Hong Kong’s religious denominations. Make a wish via the traditional kau cim ritual.

Nestled between the towering skyscrapers of Hong Kong, this Buddhist temple offers a haven of tranquillity away from the bustling city.

Escape the Hong Kong bustle and step into this remarkable temple, which is dedicated to the traditional gods of literature and war.

A popular stretch where Hong Kong’s screen stars are celebrated and where the crowds flock for the island’s nightly light show.

Nestled between the towering skyscrapers of Hong Kong, this Buddhist temple offers a haven of tranquillity away from the bustling city.

A popular stretch where Hong Kong’s screen stars are celebrated and where the crowds flock for the island’s nightly light show.

Hong Kong’s biggest mall, several of its five-star hotels and some of its most impressive skyline views can all be found in this glitzy shopping district.

Worship at this spiritual centre, which serves several of Hong Kong’s religious denominations. Make a wish via the traditional kau cim ritual.