West Kowloon Cultural District is a large cultural space designed to be an art and cultural hub of Hong Kong. Built on a wedge-shaped reclaimed piece of land, it offers opportunities to intimately interact with the art and artisans. In a densely populated city like Hong Kong, such an open space right next to the harbor is a welcome space. This HK neighborhood is a melange of history, heritage, and modern traditions with some well-curated itineraries.
Historically, Yua Mai Tei used to be a seashore where the Tanka fishermen used to dock their fishing boats. We are talking about the late 19th CE. As the city grew, more and more land was required for the growing population and their growing needs. The land was reclaimed from the sea and as a result, the shoreline kept shifting and new areas kept emerging. Today this land has taken a new avatar and that of art and cultural limb of the city.
Of the 40 hectares of land that it covers, there is an open space of good 23 hectares. A wide 20-meter promenade allows you to walk on the harbor front for two kilometers. It seems just perfect for someone like me who loved to walk around and explore neighborhoods. I remember exploring Kowloon Heritage City and Wan Chai areas by walking around when I visited Hong Kong a few years ago. Add to it the fact that this space also hosts exhibitions, performances, and all kinds of cultural events. There are ample facilities to enjoy good food, making it a great place to visit with family and kids.
Five Walking Itineraries in West Kowloon Culture District
When I visited Hong Kong, I could walk around many neighborhoods with the help of itineraries on the Hong Kong Tourism website. So, I expected that when they launch the new cultural district, they would tell us about new walking trails. They lived up to the expectation. I can see five very interesting itineraries, that you can just follow at leisure as you explore this vibrant space.
These itineraries take you through heritage buildings, modern landmarks, markets, people stories, and open-air art that is out there for you to admire. Food and shopping are always there as core ingredients in any living space, so are they here.
You may check out these itineraries on the Hong Kong Tourism Website.
Some of the biggest heritage attractions in the West Kowloon Culture district include:
Yua Ma Tei Theatre
This is a heritage theatre that dates back to 1930 and…
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