HongKong's Latest Must-go CulturalHotspots in Old Town Central 

HONG KONG, CHINA - Media OutReach - 5 July 2018 - TaiKwun, the highlyanticipated restoration of the former CentralPolice Station compound, and the revitalisedDr Sun Yat-sen Historical Trail, are recently themost sought-after cultural landmarks in the vibrant neighbourhood of Old Town Central. Visitors are highlyrecommended by the Hong Kong Tourism Board to embark on an in-depth explorationof these historical and cultural attractions in this quintessential neighbourhood.

Tai Kwun

Aftermore than a decade of revitalisation, Tai Kwun -- colloquial Cantonese for "BigStation" - has finally come alive amidst the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong'sCBD.

ThroughTai Kwun's legends and stories, visitors would be able to immerse themselves intoa historic Hong Kong. Home to three declared monuments - the former Central Police Station, Central Magistracyand Victoria Prison, Tai Kwun has witnessed over 170 years of Hong Kong's history. Don'tmiss the rare chance to peek into its days as a historical prison, where Vietnamese revolutionary leader Ho ChiMinh was once jailed in the 1930s.

Inaddition to year-round exhibitions of Heritage and Contemporary Arts in a historical setting, visitors are welcome to enjoy meticulously programmedperformances against the magnificentview of the 19^th century police headquarters under a 60-year-oldmango tree on the parade ground. Tai Kwun is more than just aheritage -- itis a destination for everyone, from arts andculture lovers to causal visitors.  

Dr Sun Yat-sen Historical Trail

The Dr. Sun Yat-senHistorical Trail, established in 1996 to commemorate the founding father ofmodern China, has recently received a newlook.

The revitalised trail integrates art elements with the unique cultural and historical ambience of Central and Western District. Under the themeof "art across time", nine local artists were invited to transform 16 memorialplaques into art installations along the trail, enriching the city's cultural characteristics.

Technology is another newelement injected into the revitalised trail. Visitors can learn more about related history ofthe trail, and artists' creativeideas,by scanning QR codes imprinted on the artworks with their handhelddevices.

Tai Kwun is Hong Kong's latestheritage and arts attraction

An artwork of Dr SunYat-sen Historical Trail, re-creating the doorway to the old Government CentralSchool
(Credit: Mr. Benny SY Li)

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About Old Town Central

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