Victoria Park, Hong Kong
Victoria Park in Hong Kong, named after Queen Victoria, is a renowned public park. It is located in Causeway Bay on Hong Kong Island, bordered by Victoria Park Road, Victoria Harbour, Causeway Road, and Hong Kong Central Library. Renovated in the early 2000s, it now includes basketball courts, tennis stadiums, and a swimming pool.
Previously known as Causeway Bay Typhoon Shelter, the park was once a refuge for fishing boats and yachts during typhoon seasons, forming part of Victoria Harbour. However, in the 1950s, the shelter was reclaimed, and the park was constructed in its place. Over time, the park has become a popular gathering spot for domestic workers on their customary day off, Sundays.
At the main entrance on Causeway Road, visitors can admire a seated statue of Queen Victoria, originally located in Statue Square. The park offers a range of sports facilities including tennis courts, a swimming pool, a bowling green, and several recreational areas for children. These amenities, combined with the central lawn, basketball courts, and football pitches, cater to diverse sporting interests.
Throughout the year, Victoria Park hosts several notable events. Before Chinese New Year, the park transforms into a bustling venue for the Lunar New Year Fair, drawing large crowds that linger late into the night. Additionally, the park accommodates prominent gatherings such as the Hong Kong Brands and Products Expo and the Hong Kong Flower Show.
Previously known as Causeway Bay Typhoon Shelter, the park was once a refuge for fishing boats and yachts during typhoon seasons, forming part of Victoria Harbour. However, in the 1950s, the shelter was reclaimed, and the park was constructed in its place. Over time, the park has become a popular gathering spot for domestic workers on their customary day off, Sundays.
At the main entrance on Causeway Road, visitors can admire a seated statue of Queen Victoria, originally located in Statue Square. The park offers a range of sports facilities including tennis courts, a swimming pool, a bowling green, and several recreational areas for children. These amenities, combined with the central lawn, basketball courts, and football pitches, cater to diverse sporting interests.
Throughout the year, Victoria Park hosts several notable events. Before Chinese New Year, the park transforms into a bustling venue for the Lunar New Year Fair, drawing large crowds that linger late into the night. Additionally, the park accommodates prominent gatherings such as the Hong Kong Brands and Products Expo and the Hong Kong Flower Show.
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Sight Name: Victoria Park
Sight Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong (See walking tours in Hong Kong)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
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Sight Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong (See walking tours in Hong Kong)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
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