{"id":14182,"date":"2025-07-23T18:36:24","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T10:36:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gqhongkong.com\/?p=14182"},"modified":"2025-07-25T19:31:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T11:31:42","slug":"how-to-time-travel-in-hong-kong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gqhongkong.com\/en\/lifestyle-en\/how-to-time-travel-in-hong-kong","title":{"rendered":"How to Time Travel in Hong Kong"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hong Kong is a cosmopolitan center for finance and trade, with a unique blend of scenic and historic heritage. This blend attracts a global crowd of diverse nationalities due to the city’s numerous career opportunities. The skyscrapers, both old and new, stand in striking contrast to the stunning tropical surroundings. Amid the hustle and bustle of the city that never sleeps, there’s a rich history to explore. Hong Kong is renowned for its skyline, shopping paradise, and diverse culinary culture, but it’s also deeply rooted in tradition and history. This guide will take you on a journey through time by visiting specific sites around the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Art and Culture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The M+ Museum, located at 38 Museum Drive in West Kowloon, is Hong Kong’s first dedicated museum of modern art and contemporary visual culture. With over 33 galleries, it’s a landmark due to its incredible architecture. The current exhibition, “Canton Modern – Art and Visual Culture 1900s\u20131970s,” runs until October 5th, 2025, offering insights into the evolution of Cantonese artists. The museum’s extensive displays provide visitors with opportunities to immerse themselves in Hong Kong’s cultural past alongside its modern focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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M+ Fang Rending. Serving the people, ca 1966. Ink Colour on paper. Image courtesy of M K Lau Collection, Hong kong<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Transportation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Star Ferry remains one of the most iconic modes of transport, with a history spanning over 120 years. Its original name was \u201cThe Morning Star,\u201d until it was renamed in 1898. The ferry departs from both Tsim Sha Tsui and Central, offering two decks, with the upper deck providing the best view of Hong Kong\u2019s skyline. Both decks offer a glimpse into the city\u2019s historic transportation methods before the development of the metro system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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