subject: Top 5 Museums In Hong Kong- Old And Boring? Not! / Heritage In Hong Kong [print this page] You will find the Hong Kong Museum of History in East Kowloon. It showcases a vast and impressive history. Many cultural artifacts are displayed here that offer a glimpse into the archaeology, history, ethnography and natural history of Hong Kong and South China. Most of the exhibits are about 400 years old. Thematic exhibitions too are held during different times. The museum is easily accessible through MTR Tsim Sha Tsui Station, MTR Jordan Station and DMTR Jordan Station.
The Hong Kong Heritage museum is located in Sha Tin New Town and is quite a contrast to the modern high rises in New Town. The building architecture is traditional Si He Yuan and therefore surrounded by a courtyard. The Museum has 12 galleries housing cultural and historical relics of ancient Hong Kong and South China. Its most prized and acclaimed exhibit is a collection of paintings by Zhao Shao'an that captures the flamboyance of Cantonese Opera. The museum may be accessed easily through the MTR at Che Kung Temple Station.
A visit to the Hong Kong Museum of Science is a great way to experience everything new and modern in science especially in the region. The exhibits range from robotics, transportation, virtual reality, science and technology. The highlight at this museum is the energy twin-tower that stands at 22-meters, witnessing it at work is quite a treat.
Another must-see museum is the Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defense which is situated in a Fort in Hong Kong Island. The museum has 11 galleries that are dedicated to the display of Hong Kong's efficiency in Coastal Defense whose geographical position bordered by the South China Sea made imperative. The museum is interactive and has a historical trail that showcases how Britain defended Hong Kong from its enemies. The Redoubt gallery holds an exhibition named "600 Years of Coastal Defence", It has artifacts from the Ming period up to the present. Another gallery is dedicated to the Opium Wars; definitely worth viewing.
Hong Kong Museum of Art is a crash course in Chinese art and a discovery of Hong Kong's local artists and creations. The museum houses over 10 000 exhibition pieces of historical paintings, local masterpieces, calligraphy and prized Chinese antiques. You will certainly get lost in the wonders found here.
All museums mentioned can be reached by MTR and are open most days, but it is advisable to check beforehand before venturing out. Museums are closed on public holidays and for several days during Chinese New Year.
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