Stanley
Known as the Pearl of the Orient, Hong Kong with no doubt is one of the most attractive destinations for either tourism or shopping. The Stanley, a common fishing village located on the southernmost part of the Island has developed to be a famous scenic spot.
Things to Do in Stanley
Bombax Ceiba
It is said that once in the center of the village, there was a large Bombax Ceiba (Red Kapok Tree) which would be covered in red blossoms during its flowering season. Hence, the villages' Chinese name was red pillar until the 19th century when the British, in honour of Lord Stanley, renamed the village.
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Murray House
As well as being a beautiful seaside city, Stanley has numerous places of historic interest and scenic beauty. Murray House, originally built in 1844 was demolished in 1982 and subsequently rebuilt after the European style in 1998. Now, it is a three-storied building containing several restaurants and a mini museum introducing its history.
Other Attractions
In addition to the trip, you can visit the other scenic spots, such as Tin Hau Temple, Stanley Main Beach and Main Street, St. Stephen's Beach, Military Cemetery, and Hong Kong Correctional Services Museum.
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The next required stop on your trip around Stanley should be its famous market. It is a perfect place to find that special gift for friends and relatives with numerous bargains including clothing, especially silk garments and traditional Chinese dress, as well as souvenirs, antiques, and Chinese arts and crafts. Therefore, not only foreign tourists but also the local population often visits the market.
If you want to relax and enjoy the view, there is a row of bars and restaurants along Stanley's waterfront for you to sample the delights of both Western and Eastern cuisine alfresco.
How to get to Stanley
Take bus 6, 61, 6x, 73, 269 or 973 to Stanley Village.
| Entrance Fee | Free |
| Opening Hours | All day |
Man Mo Temple
One of the oldest and most famous and beautiful temples in Hong Kong is Man Mo Temple. It is located at the intersection of Hollywood Road and Ladder Street. It was built in the 1800s, at the beginning of the British colonial rule. A copper bell in the temple, made during the reign of Emperor Daoguang (1820-1850), proudly proclaims its long history.
Although it has been remodeled several times, the temple still maintains its original appearance. Inside it are delicate wooden bases used for transporting deities during parades and festivals and incense burners made of copper and other metals. Huge tower-shaped incense coils are always hanging from the ceiling of the hall and over the courtyard. And the smoke of the burning incense, together with the sunbeams, adds an element of mystery to the temple and indicates happiness, health and fortune.
The temple is a perfect combination of Taoism and Buddhism. Two deities are worshiped side by side in the temple shrine. They are Wenchang and Guan Yu. Wenchang, with a brush in his hand, takes charge of literature, especially during the imperial examinations, which determined a man's official rank in feudal times. Guan Yu, holding a sword in his hand, is in charge of war. There are statues of other Chinese gods as well, like Baogong, the symbol of justice and the town god who protects the whole city.
In these days, the temple is still popular. During the Chinese New Year, many children, accompanied by their parents, pay a visit here to pray for good grades in a new semester. Usually, the pilgrims to the temple are people from the business circles and the financial community, donating from two or three hundred yuan to more than ten thousand yuan.
How to get to Man Mo Temple
1. Take Island Line to Sheung Wan, and then walk southwest for 5 minutes to the temple.
2. Take Tung Chung Line or Airport Express to Hong Kong Station, then, walk southwest for 15 minutes to get there.
7:00 – 18:00 on every 1st and 15th days of each lunar month, the 3rd day of the 2nd lunar month, the 11th day of the 5th lunar month, the 6th and 24th days of the 6th lunar month, and the 24th day of the 7th lunar month.
- Last updated on Mar. 26, 2023 -
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