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old hong kongites ?

Submitted by Unknown user (not verified) on Mon, 2006-03-06 23:11
I lived in hong kong fron 1948-1962, but have lost touch with most of my then friends. I would like to find any who still remember me.. please get in touch. I guess that still applies to many others in the same position. this is a good place to find out. if there is. greg

Hong Kong history on the MTR

Submitted by David on Thu, 2006-03-02 09:00

If you'll be using the MTR (the local subway/underground railway) while you're in Hong Kong, print this out and get a quick history lesson from the route map that is displayed in each carriage.

Where were these photos taken?

Submitted by David on Wed, 2006-02-08 14:30
Can anyone help us identify where these photos were taken? Unfortunately we have lost contact with Greg. Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Thanks, MrB

Air-raid shelters under Kowloon Park

Submitted by David on Wed, 2006-02-01 17:47

Air Raid Protection (ARP) tunnels were built in many parts of Hongkong Island and Kowloon during 1940-41, in the preparations for war. I've often seen the bricked up tunnel entrances at the start of Queens Rd East in Wanchai, but I didn't know there were still any around Kowloon park. Then a couple of weeks back I took a different route from usual to get into the park, and came upon these two entrances:

Is there still a beach hut at turtle cove?

Submitted by Unknown user (not verified) on Sun, 2005-12-18 22:18
I used to live in hong kong until 1962. There used to be a beach hut at turtle cove, owned by the hong kong electricity co. social club. Is it still there, or has it all changed so much? thanks. greg

Star Ferry being torn down?

Submitted by Unknown user (not verified) on Wed, 2005-12-07 05:13
Is it true what I read? That they are actually going to tear down this old landmark?

A Hong Kong walking tour

Submitted by David on Fri, 2005-07-15 14:22

For something a bit different, we've written up a walk around Wanchai. If you have any visitors, and are looking for something to keep them busy for a couple of hours, could you see if they'll try it?

I'm interested to get any feedback on whether it's an interesting route or not, and if any of the directions aren't clear.

Cheers, MrB

Tour Hong Kong -- Walking through Wanchai

Submitted by David on Thu, 2005-07-14 11:03

Join the Batgung on a walk from the current seafront back in time to the coastline as it was when the British arrived in the 19th century. You should be able to finish the walk in around two hours, but there are plenty of places you may want to stop a while, so it could easily extend to half a day. The walk is mostly flat, so nothing too strenuous. If you'd like a place to stop and eat, batgung-approved places along the way are suggested. You have several options to check out the route: - This online map covers the area you'll be walking.

Old photos of HK

Submitted by David on Wed, 2004-06-09 19:05
This site is occasionally read by people who lived in Hong Kong years ago. If that's you, and you have any old photos of HK you are willing to share, we'd be very pleased to give them a home at Batgung. For "old", let's say 1970's or earlier. You can let us know if you want to be acknowledged as the photographer or remain anonymous. You can contact us by replying to this post, sending a private message (click on the "pm" button below), or emailing mrtall[at]batgung.com Thanks & regards, MrB

Jubilee Battery

Submitted by Admin on Sun, 2004-05-09 22:06

The Jubilee Battery was another part of Hong Kong's defences in the Second World War. It is located on the Western end of Hong Kong Island at the foot of Mount Davis, below Victoria Road. (Victoria Road was previously named "Jubilee Road").

It is easy to see where the road towards the battery starts, as there is a gap in the pavement where the road branches off. There is a fence across the entrance, but there is an unlocked gate that lets you in. The road is clear to start with, and easy to follow.

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