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 Tao Fong Shan The Big Cross, an iconic 12-metre-high outdoor cross erected at the ridge of Shatin hill, overlooking the panoramic skyline. Tao Fong Shan Christian Centre, a unique Grade II historic compound established in 1930, founded by Norwegian Lutheran missionary Dr Karl Ludvig Reichelt. The site features a striking blend of traditional Buddhist-style architecture with Western Christian symbolism, originally built to foster interreligious dialogue with Buddhist and Taoist monks. Shatin . Hong Kong | 2026 11 Jul 2026  Abandoned Temple from 1800 The ancient temple is dilapidated and abandoned, but its exquisite craftsmanship and superior materials are still evident in its crumbling walls. It features double-layered blue brick walls, with a smooth, polished granite facade, making it both beautiful and durable. The plaque above the gate, carved from a single piece of granite, bears the name of the temple" and "Rebuilt in the fifth year of the Jiaqing reign," indicating it was restored in 1800 and built earlier. Inside, only brick archways and the bases of granite pillars remain. Located by the sea, the temple had stone steps leading to a small pier, facilitating worship by fishermen. Severely damaged by Typhoon Wanda in 1963, it collapsed, and the villagers did not have the fund to rebuild it, leaving it abandoned since. Hong Kong | 2026 10 Jul 2026  Deserted Century-old Ng Yuen to be Redeveloped Built in the 1920s, Ng Yuen was the private residence of Mr Ng Tze-mei, a prominent figure in Shatin. It comprises 2 connected buildings. The main building is a 2-storey structure of reinforced concrete and granite, blending Chinese and Western design elements. A prominent feature is the Doric-order entrance arch. The interior features a granite platform with teak flooring, and a fireplace in the living room. It was rated a Grade III historic building in 2010 but has been deserted and dilapidated for decades. Recently, a developer apply to the Town Planning Board to rezone the land for hotel development. The proposed hotel project plans to revitalize and preserve Ng Yuen for catering and private club purposes, opening to tourists. However, only the main building will be preserved; the later-added annex, will be demolished. Hong Kong | 2026 9 Jul 2026  Abandoned Tong Lau from 1950s Completed in 1957, the Tong Lau (Chinese tenement building) has 7 storeys and each residential unit ranges from 259 to 610 sq ft. Despite the small size, some units are further subdivided by partitions. The interior shows severe disrepair — peeling walls/ceilings, debris, overturned furniture, personal belongings left behind (ancestral plaques, Kirin statutes, plush toys like teddy bears, dog photos on the wall and posters. The developer, Henderson Land, has pursued compulsory sale orders after acquiring majority ownership. The tenants have been evicted and the building will be demolished soon for redevelopment of a mixed residential and commercial project. Hong Kong | 2026 8 Jul 2026  Abandoned Dilapidated Village House A 2-storey village house, heavily dilapidated and reclaimed by nature, walls covered in vines and ferns, roofs completely collapsed, interiors filled with debris and fallen branches, is found near a century-old monastery, which is still in operation. Hong Kong | 2026 7 Jul 2026  Abandoned Village House with Guardian Statues A dilapidated low-rise brick village house, overgrown with dense vegetation is found abandoned with furniture, fixture and personal items, including some warrior guardian statues and ceramic elephants, scattered throughout. The house is recently abandoned upon government land resumption for development in the area. It will be demolished in the near future. Hong Kong | 2026 6 Jul 2026  Mural by TAXA A large mural of a lady wearing a Bauhinia flower headdress by Hong Kong-based Japanese artist Takamitsu Takagaito (TAXA) at 40 year-old Hung Tak Building in Central. It incorporates traditional Hong Kong symbols such as red plastic lamps and metal gates, while blending them with modern skyscrapers to showcase Hong Kong as a cultural metropolis. Central . Hong Kong | 2026 5 Jul 2026  Deserted Century-old Hospital Built in 1925, the 2-storey building is part of a hospital complex constructed in gorgeous Classical Revival style blended with Chinese influences. It served as a nurse quarters featuring open verandahs on the ground and first floors. It has a Chinese-style tiled and pitched roof, rendered/painted walls, grey gauged brickwork details, circular porthole windows and chimney stacks. In 2009, it was rated a Grade II historic building. In recent years, it is used mainly for storage while some rooms have leftover hospital furniture like beds and crosses on the wall. Hong Kong | 2026 4 Jul 2026  General's Villa from 1930s Built in 1936, the 2-storey villa was constructed by General Choi Tingkai (1892–1968), a prominent military leader of the 19th Route Army who fought against the Japanese. The design blends Chinese and Western styles, constructed with reinforced concrete. The exterior walls feature a rough Shanghai-style plaster finish, with horizontal ribbed granite accents, while vertical lines showcase a strong Art Deco influence. The central roof is covered with Chinese glazed tiles. In 1952, the London Missionary Society acquired the site and in 1961 transferred ownership to a local Christian group. Amidst redevelopment plans, the government stepped in to declare it a protected monument in 2004, saving it from demolition. Hong Kong | 2026 3 Jul 2026  Deserted Luxury Villa with Pool Built in 1951, the villa is a standalone house of 6,793 sq ft with a large landscaped garden, located in an upscale district. It has large, open balconies offering expansive panoramic views of the surrounding lush green hills. There is a kidney-shaped outdoor swimming pool. The Garden features an ornate metal gate with decorative ironwork and a stylish stone bridge with black railings over a pond with rocks and a ceramic carp. Hong Kong | 2026 2 Jul 2026  Massive Police Deployment in Hong Kong for July 1 5 police vans and 6 plain-clothes police vehicles are parked near SOGO Department Store at the heart of Causeway Bay on July 1, marking the change of sovereignty of Hong Kong from UK to China. At least 10 police vehicle and numerous policemen are also deployed in the area. It attracted many people, including curious tourists, to take pictures. This is not the first time. Similar arrangement were made on Chinese New Year; October 1 - China's national day; and June 4, anniversary of the Beijing Tiananmen Massacre in 1989. Is there an elevated threat of terrorist attack or an imminent riot? As the government claims repeatedly that Hong Kong has already moved 'from chaos to rule', is it necessary to have such disproportionate show of force? Will it scare off tourists who might think that Hong Kong is a very dangerous place? Is it spreading a 'Good Hong Kong story'? Causeway Bay . 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