Recently, I encountered an old article covering a broken obelisk at Violet Hill. (arm size long I guess?)
According to the article, the words on obelisk were carved by the Japanese Troops during WWII, written " 紫羅蘭山觀測所 昭和 17年" (Violet Hill Observation Station, Year 1942 in English) , laying on the North side peak of Violet Hill. It was lastly seen in 1980's. The obelisk was broken in half and both abandoned a hundred feet South side down the Peak.
The obelisk was photographed and published in a local travelers' magazine in late 1970's. I am pretty sure it's still there. It would be good if this important piece of history could be revealed. Attached the article for you guys' thoughts and sharing
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Violet Hill Obelisk by the Japanese Troops
Any guys would like to assist in a field-search?
Violet Hill Japanese Obelisk
Hi Supersonic,
That sounds very interesting. From your description, I know that area quite well and I have been there a number of times having a look around, it is pretty easy to access after you have walked up. There are a number of clear cuttings and earthworks into the hillside which look like an old camp and there is also a small tunnel and what I thought was a AA gun platform, but it might have had observation equipment now that you have supporting information.
I would be interested it going along with you, please let me know.
My email is: Mitchell_craig@hotmail.com
PS: Where did you get that information from the guide and does it contain any other related stuff about the Japanese in HK?
re: Violet Hill Japanese Obelisk
Another interesting find! Please let me know when you're going looking for this, and if I'm free I'll join in. (Weekdays are best for me.)
Regards, David