Travel to HongKong

Located at No. 7, Castle Road in central Hong Kong lies a fitting tribute to a man whose own legacy is inherently connected with that of Hong Kong and the Chinese people. Dubbed the Sun Yat Sen Museum after statesman Dr. Sun Yat Sen, the museum is an illustrious institution that documents the life and history altering career of the revolutionary leader who received his secondary education in Hong Kong. Having worked tirelessly throughout his life to remove the Qing Dynasty from power to set up a Chinese republic Dr. Sun Yat Sen is a cultural icon in China and abroad for his unrelenting efforts.

Opened in late 2006, on the 140th anniversary of the statesman's birth the Sun Yat Sen Museum is contained within the historic Kom Tong Hall which is one of the few remaining structures that belong to the early 20th century in all of Hong Kong.With its majestic Edwardian facade the four -storey building was originally constructed in 1914 and was the former residence of tycoon Robert Hotung's younger brother Ho Kom-Tong. Encircled by towering Greek columns of granite the structure also features windows with beautifully preserved stained glass as well as exquisite staircase railings and balcony wall tiles.

Highlights within the premises include the marriage certificate of Guan Jingliang where Dr. Sun Yat Sen's signature is recorded as witnesses to the union along with the famed seal of "Long Live the Republic of China". Other relics include documents from the statesman's early days in politics such as the announcement of the provisional presidency election results which he won. Other documents of interest include the words Dr. Sun inscribed for Huang Xing and the imperial edict announcing Emperor Xuantong's abdication.

New additions to the museum's collection include an answer sheet from an examination Dr. Sun faced at Hong Kong College of Medicine and a menu from the college's convocation dinner party. A response letter from Dr. Sun to then Hong Kong Colonial Secretary Stewart Lockhart is also on display in addition to the iconic bronze statue of the leader by sculptor Chu Tat-shing. With Chinese and Western books in hand, the statue depicts a young and exuberant Dr. Sun poised to change history with the aid of his well-rounded education.

Home to a reading room, interactive study room and a lecture hall the museum also features an exhibition hall, activity room, video room and mobile exhibition panels. Educational DVD's and audio guides are also available for added convenience while school lectures are also frequently arranged at the venue. Those on the lookout for a luxury hotel in Hong Kong with a fantastic restaurant should look no further than The Langham Hong Kong. Offering the best of Chinese, Asian and Western cuisine it is little wonder that the Langham's L'Eclipse restaurant is considered a Hong Kong restaurant par excellence in the Tsimshatsui tourist district.

There is no doubt that the Hong Kong Heritage Museum should be on the itinerary of any visitor to the city interested in the culture, history and arts of Hong Kong. Situated in Sha Tin New Town in a pleasantly wooded setting secluded from the district's high-rise urban complexes, the museum is always a pleasure to visit.  The architecture of the museum follows the conventional ‘Si He Yuan' pattern, with a number of gracefully designed buildings facing a central courtyard.

The 32,000 square metre museum was inaugurated in December 2000, and the expansive structure is subdivided into 12 display galleries. All of these galleries are fascinating storehouses of artefacts representing the arts, culture and history of Hong Kong's early years as well as the adjoining region of South China. The engrossing museum provides a wide-ranging array of interactive and dynamic displays along with programmes that involve guests in captivating educational interaction as they admire the cultural treasures that are exhibited.

The Cantonese Opera Heritage Hall provides a memorable insight into the highly popular Chinese theatre with its sequined and vibrantly decorated costumes, as well as stage props and makeup. Exhibits on display include a recreated theatre in a shed made of bamboo, and costumes used by renowned Cantonese opera artistes.

The New Territories Heritage Hall exhibits more than 300 items in tableau form depicting a long gone mode of life. The hall features numerous time tunnels which transport the visitor along 6,000 years of civilization, from Neolithic times to the impoverished fishing communities, prosperous farmer clans and colonial British rule illustrating the city's rich history. Relics of note include Hakka farming implements, sedan chairs of Cantonese brides, minute amulets in silver worn as a defence against evil spirits, and children's attire adorned with auspicious signs.

Another gallery is dedicated to displaying the priceless works of art belonging to the collection of internationally famed connoisseur local businessman T.T. Tsui which includes jade carvings, ancient bronzes, imperial Qing porcelain and Tang dynasty era pottery horses. The astute traveller seeking a Hong Kong hotel will be pleased with the accommodations of the Cosmopolitan Hotel Hong Kong. These fine serviced apartments in Hong Kong offer modern facilities as well as gracious hospitality that always satisfy the guest.