Kowloon Walled City Park

Kowloon Thanh Trai Park is one of the important historical relics of Cang Thom. This place used to be a strategic location in the maritime testing room of the Chinese government in the 15th century because it is located in the northeast of the Kowloon peninsula, adjacent to Kowloon Bay. When the British began occupying Hong Kong Island in 1841, it became even more important in the maritime defense system. In 1847, a closed city surrounded by huge stone walls was built and the name Kowloon Thanh Trai was born. In those days, Kowloon Chengzhai was known as one of the most densely populated areas on the island because of the number of immigrants from the mainland. Capital is likened to a place where the law does not exist, the cost of renting premises is extremely cheap, and the population is dense, Cuu Long Thanh is a fertile land for business activities that want to stay away from the control of the government. competent state agency.

After the Japanese withdrew from Hong Kong in 1945, a series of apartment buildings were built without permits and management by the authorities, and the alleys were shabby, gradually Kowloon City became a half-hearted slums, home to gangsters, drug lords, notorious criminals, cheap pharmacies, clinics and unlicensed operations.

Cuu Long Thanh Trai area has experienced many ups and downs of the history of cultural and social development of Cang Thom. In 1987, the government decided to renovate this area to become an amusement park, but it was not until 1994 that construction started due to difficulties in clearing and moving a number of residents. too big. In December 1995, the new park was officially completed and started welcoming visitors. The design of the park was inspired by the Jiangnan garden in the early days of the Qing dynasty. With an area of 31,000 m 2 , the company is divided into 8 scenic areas with separate themes but meeting in harmony and meeting in the unique overall architecture. The main gate is decorated by two intricately carved granite slabs. The inner campus still retains a few remnants of Kowloon Thanh Trai such as 3 ancient cannons, couplets carved on stone, etc.

Kowloon Thanh Trai Park attracts locals and tourists by its smooth green space and ancient tree-lined gardens. Strolling on the asphalt roads, you will get a feeling of relaxation with the cool breeze, the birdsong blending into the peaceful space, unaffected by the noisy and bustling life outside. The park also owns a large square, if you are lucky you can participate in a concert or a cultural event. If you are a lover of sculpture, you must definitely visit Kowloon Thanh Trai Park because it is also a place to display works of famous domestic and international sculptors.

In particular, you can also choose to participate in a free tour with an on-site guide to help you understand more about the historical and cultural value of Kowloon Thanh Trai as well as the excavated and exhibited relics. displayed on the grounds of the park. The tour lasts for about 45 minutes, designed for a maximum of 30 guests, for a fixed period of time as follows:

From Monday to Friday : 1000 AM-1045 AM or 1115 AM-1200 PM (for pre-registered groups)

Weekends and public holidays : 1000 AM-1045 AM or 0200 PM-0245 PM (for pre-registered groups)

Weekends and Public Holidays : 0900 AM-0945 AM or 1100 AM-1145 AM or 0300 PM-0345 PM or 0400 PM-0445 PM (for all park visitors)

Operating time:

The park is open daily from 0630 AM to 1100 PM. Free to visit

You will easily use public transport to visit Kowloon Chengzhai Park:

Bus: 1, 11K , 10 , 113, 75X , 85 , 85A , 85B , 89, 1A, 2A , 3B , 5 , 5C , 5D , 6D , 9 , 11 , 11B , 11, 13D , 14 , 15 , 16 , 17 , 21 , 2 4 , 26 , 27 , 28 , 42 , 61X , 85X , 93K , 95 , 98C , 101 , 106 , 107 , 111 , 116 , 203E , 296C , 297 , 796 , A22 , E23 , 2D , 7B , 6P , 108 , 11X , 20 , 22 , 796C , E23A , 12A , 213D

Minibus: 25M, 39M , 46 , 49 , 70 , 70A , 105 , 110 , 13 , 25A , 25B , 88 , 2 , 2A , 69 , 69A