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Tai Po Water Treatment Plant Abandoned for 17 Years Wasting Site for 1,000 Homes The Hong Kong Government has always said that finding land to build a house is the top priority of the administration, but a large number of government land is idle and government properties are not properly utilised. Among them, 4 water treatment plants have been suspended but not released in the past 30 years. The Tai Po Tau Water Treatment Plant has road access and covers an area of 1 hectare. The area is enough to build a small public housing estate with two 40-storey public housing units of about 1,000 units, which can benefit 1,000 families. However, since it ceased operation in 2003, the Water Supplies Department only used it as a warehouse and the water breeds mosquitoes. The Government Property Agency, which is responsible for the management of government properties, says that it is the responsibility of various government departments to ensure the proper use of properties. Some legislators pointed out that the government's procedures for assessing whether properties are being used efficiently are unclear, resulting in wasted land and prompting a review to expedite the use of idle properties. Tai Po . Hong Kong | 2020 31 May 2020 Karma Explores Abandoned Kiln at Tai Om Village Karma, a multi-talented artist, photographer, traveler, composer and writer, explores the abandoned kiln at Tai Om Village, Lam Tsuen, Tai Po. Tai Om Village dates back to over 100 years ago. It has a "Luk Tak Study Room", a school built in the 19th century and is a two-story western-style building. Before the war, it was the main school in Tai Om and nearby villages but is now abandoned. There is a porcelain kiln just outside the village. It is believed to be built over 100 years ago. The ancient kiln is still intact, but some bricks have fallen, reflecting that the village has once a thriving porcelain industry. Tai Po . Hong Kong | 2020 30 May 2020 [We are Back] Hundreds "Lunch with You" in Central Undaunted by National Security Laws Citizens are very angry at Beijing's full-blown attack on Hong Kong by introducing National Security Laws at National People's Congress - undermining "One Country, Two Systems". The protests have been reactivated and Central Flashmob protest is now revived regularly and more frequently. Netizens launched the "Lunch with You" at IFC Mall in Central, at 1:15 pm today, undaunted by the Hong Kong version of National Security Laws. At 1 pm, several hundred protesters started gathering at all 3 levels of IFC Mall atrium in Central. They raised the black flags 'Free Hong, Revolution of Our Time', colonial Hong Kong flag and sang 'Glory to Hong Kong', demonstrating they are resolute in '5 Demands, Not One Less' in their protest, undaunted by the 10 police vans deployed outside the mall. Central . Hong Kong | 2020 29 May 2020 Excessive Use of Force by Hong Kong Police - Finalist at Human Rights Arts Prize 2020 'Excessive Use of Force - Human Rights Abuse of Protesters by Hong Kong Police' - a photo by this photographer is one of the finalists for the Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2020. Hong Kong Journalists Association and Hong Kong Press Photographers Association have repeatedly issued statements, sternly condemning the police for excessive use of force against reporters and protesters, repeatedly using shields to push the front line reporters and their cameras, yelled at and even assaulted reporters, thus impeded freedom of the press. During the Anti-Extradition Law protests since June 2019, 'Hong Kong Police Force deployed reckless and indiscriminate tactics, including while arresting people at protests, as well as evidence of torture and other ill-treatment in detention,' according to Amnesty International. Significant human rights issues included: police brutality against protesters and persons in custody; arbitrary arrest; substantial interference with the rights of peaceful assembly and freedom of association; and restrictions on political participation. The work attempts to document and highlight some of the major human rights abuses: 1. Disproportionate and excessive use of force, arbitrary arrests, brutal beatings and torture in police detention. 2. Direct shooting of unarmed protesters and journalists with live bullets or bean-bag rounds. 3. Excessive and indiscriminate use of tear gas for crowd dispersion even when rallies are approved. 4. Two student deaths and hundreds suspicious "suicides" led to police suspected of being murderers. The police and the government has received the lowest approval ratings since the handover in 1997. The police force received 35.3 out of 100, the lowest of all disciplined forces and 40% giving zero marks, according to the latest survey published on 7 December 2019. The Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2020 is organised by the Justice Centre and works of winners and finalists are exhibited at: Goethe-Institut 14/F, Art Centre, 2 Harbour Rd Wanchai, Hong Kong 12 May - 6 Jun 2019 M-F 10am-7pm Admiralty . Hong Kong | 2020 28 May 2020 [We Are Back] Over 1,000 March Against National Anthem Laws Undaunted by Heavy Riot Police The Legislative Council resumed the second reading debate on the National Anthem Bill today. Netizens initiated "Operation Dawn" and general strike. They also called on the public to gather at Admiralty to stop the second reading of the law. As a precaution, police deployed about 3,500 riot police stationed on Hong Kong Island, etc. The heavy deployment in Admiralty was like "martial law". Massive barricades were deployed in Admiralty and a large number of riot police patrolled areas around Pedder Street in Central and Hysan Place in Causeway Bay. At 11 am, a large number of citizens gathered at the atrium of Hysan Place, Causeway Bay. The black flags of "Free Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time" were raised. They chanted anti-extradition slogans and sang "Glory to Hong Kong". There were over 10 police vans outside the mall. Later, the riot police arrested about 60 people, including the assistant of legislator Hui Chi-fung. At 1 pm, on Hennessy Road, Causeway Bay, a large number of citizens started the 'May 27 Anti-National Anthem March', took to the road marching to the Wanchai Station. The police raised a blue warning flag and the the public dispersed to side streets. Outside Pedder Street in Central, citizens have already occupied the road, and riot police raised red and blue warning flag" and and fired pepper rounds several times. Citizens scattered to Landmark and nearby buildings for temporary shelter. Citizens protested throughout the day, undaunted by the massive deployment of riot police. Wanchai . Hong Kong | 2020 27 May 2020 My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight. [We are Back] "Lunch with You" in Central Calling for May 27 Protest Citizens are very angry at Beijing's full-blown attack on Hong Kong by voting on National Security Laws on 28 May by the National People's Congress on the 28 May threatening 'One Country, Two Systems'; and calling for support on general strike on 27 May. The protests have been reactivated and Central Flashmob is now revived regularly. Netizens launched the "With You Lunch" at the Landmark in Central, at 1 pm today, to protest against the Hong Kong version of National Security Laws. At 1 pm, a few hundred protesters started gathering at all 3 levels of Landmark atrium in Central. They raised the black flags 'Free Hong, Revolution of Our Time', colonial Hong Kong flag and sang Glory to Hong Kong', demonstrating they are resolute in '5 Demands, Not One Less' in their protest. Many shouted 'See you at Admiralty on 27 May.' On the second floor, a large banner 'Brothers and sisters, hope to see you tomorrow" was hung, calling on everyone to join general strike tomorrow and protest the second reading of the national anthem law, undaunted by the 5 police vans deployed outside the mall. Central . Hong Kong | 2020 26 May 2020 My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight. [We Are Back] Rally Against National Security Laws at IFC Hong Kong people are unhappy with Beijing's plan to force through the Hong Kong version of National Security Laws, in a move that critics say will effectively end the territory’s autonomy and the One Country, Two Systems.' After over 10,000 people protested in Causeway Bay and Wan Chai on 24 May, a rally is planned IFC today to counter the Hong Kong version of the National Security Laws and get ready for the rally at Legislative Council on 27 May. At 6:40 pm, several dozen people gathered at all 3 levels of the atrium of IFC in Central. The black flag of 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time' and the Hong Kong flag of the colonial era were raised. They sang 'Glory to Hong Kong' to demonstrate that their enthusiasm for '5 Demands, Not One Less' has not diminished. Central . Hong Kong | 2020 25 May 2020 My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight. [We Are Back] Over 10,000 March Against National Security Laws Disrupted by Tear Gas Beijing announced plans to push through sweeping national security laws for Hong Kong at its annual session of National People’s Congress (NPC) on 22 May, in a move that critics say wil l effectively end the territory’s autonomy and the 'One Country, Two Systems.' At 1 pm, tens of thousands gathered outside Sogo department store in Causeway Bay to restart the massive protests. Two march routes are planned. Route A: from Sogo to Southorn Playground and Route B: from Southorn Playground to Sogo. Many "Hong Kong Independence" flags were raised. 2,000 riot police in full gear and disrupt the march. Blue and black warning flags were raised and at least 8 rounds of tear gas were fired. Protesters dispersed but lingererd on site. This is the largest and most significant protest for 5 months and demonstrated the determination of the protesters on their demands despite heavy police pressure. Causeway Bay . Hong Kong | 2020 24 May 2020 My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight. WE ARE NOT ___ Exhibition From the Artists Statement: "Political turmoil engulfed the city! The voices of the millions remained unheard by the tyranny. When tyranny becomes law, rebellion is a duty. Where there is oppression, there is resistant! The Lady Liberty Hong Kong, the iconic symbol of the democratic movement, returns after vanishing on the Lion Rock last October! Representing the wisdom, courage, and determination of the citizens of Hong Kong, the symbolic statue will be installed at OPENGROUND, from 21st May to 7th Jun. We wish all you brothers and sisters to join us at the exhibition, and to share our moments of the democratic movements as well as our visions of a better Hong Kong. The exhibition is more than just an art show, it is also the assembly for the voices unheard, and for demonstrating our determination to liberate Hong Kong from the hands of the tyranny. United we stand, together we fight!" penground 198 Tai Nan Street, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, Hong Kong Hosted by Lady Liberty Hong Kong 21 May - 7 Jun 2020 Shamshuipo . Hong Kong | 2020 23 May 2020 Storm Approaching - End of Hong Kong's "One Country Two System"? Beijing announced plans to push through sweeping national security laws for Hong Kong at its annual session of National People's Congress (NPC) today, in a move that critics say will effectively end the territory's autonomy and the 'One Country, Two Systems.' Chinese Premier Li Keqiang omits Basic Law from work report for first time since taking office in 2013 and said Beijing would establish a sound legal system and enforcement mechanism for safeguarding national security in Hong Kong, meaning the State Security Department will operate in Hong Kong. 'This is the end of Hong Kong. This is the end of One Country Two Systems,' said pro-democracy legislator Dennis Kwok. 'Beijing, the Central People’s Government, has completely breached its promise to the Hong Kong people ... They are completely walking back on their obligation.' President Trump told reporters 'nobody knows yet' the details of China's plan. 'If it happens we'll address that issue very strongly.' Hang Seng Index crashed 5.74% by 1,349.25 points to 22,930 today, the largest drop in a day in nearly 5 years. Central . Hong Kong | 2020 22 May 2020 Rallies at Multiple Districts 10 Months after Terror Attack of 21 July 10 months after the 21 July terror attack at Yuen Long Station, netizens called for a sit-in protest at Yuen Long Station, Citiplaza in Quarry Bay and Time Square in Causeway Bay to protest the inadequate law enforcement by the police on that day, the impending passing of the national anthem legislation and to prepare for the general strike on 27 May. At 6:45 pm, dozens of people gathered in all 4 levels of the atrium of Times Square in Causeway Bay. The protesters chanted 'July 21, Don't See Police', 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time' and other slogans and sang 'Glory to Hong Kong'. A yellow umbrella written 'D7 689' (implied four letter word to C Y Leung) undaunted by plainclothes police patrolling inside the mall, with at least 5 police vans and uniformed police deployed outside the mall. Causeway Bay . Hong Kong | 2020 21 May 2020 Olga Filatova Visits Asia Society Olga Filatova, a tech investment/marketing consultant and art lover from St Petersburg, Russia, enjoys the art and sculpture exhibitions at Asia Society Hong Kong at Admiralty. Olga is a Forbes contributor and a frequent speaker at Russian and international IT conferences. Admiralty . Hong Kong | 2020 20 May 2020 Sea of Flowers at Fung Lok Wai in Yuen Long Every year from May to October, the Pontederia Crassipes blooms. The fish pond in Fung Lok Wai, Yuen Long, has a sea of light purple and blue flowers, which is very spectacular. They attract a large number of trekkers and photographers to view and take pictures.   The flowering period of the Pontederia Crassipes is short, and they bloom and be gone within 24 hours. You may find the flowers in one fish pond today, and may only be found in another tomorrow. Viewers have to spend time looking for the current location of the blooms. This aquatic flower is native to the Amazon River basin in South America. Conservationists have a negative view of the sea of flowers. Although this plant can absorb toxic substances in the water, it grows too fast and can double within five days, monopolizing the nutrients in the wetlands and destroying the ecological balance. The Hong Kong Bird Watching Society has launched a Pontederia Crassipes removal activity in the Long Yuen area to protect the ecology of precious bird habitats. Yuen Long . Hong Kong | 2020 19 May 2020 [We Are Back] "Sing with You" Again at IFC Undaunted by Police Pressure Angered by the Carrie Lam government and Beijing's full-blown attack on Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement and threatening "One Country, Two Systems", the anti- extradition protests that were temporarily halted by the coronavirus pandemic have been reactivated. Netizens initiated the "Sing with You" flashmob at IFC, the landmark of Hong Kong, at 6:30 tonight, to demonstrate their determination with their demands. At 6:30 pm, several dozens protesters started gathering at all three levels of IFC atrium in Central. They raised the black flags 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time' and a placard 'For Fairness and Justice", etc. They sang "Glory to Hong Kong", demonstrating they are resolute in "5 Demands, Not One Less" in their protest, undaunted by the 10 police vans and dozens of riot police deployed outside the IFC. Central . Hong Kong | 2020 18 May 2020 My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight. Birds of Paradise Blooming Birds of Paradise, one of the most beautiful exotic flowers, are native to South Africa. They bloom from September through May, now flourishing in Quarry Bay Park. The spectacular flower shape of the Birds of Paradise resemble a brightly coloured bird in flight and so named. Quarry Bay . Hong Kong | 2020 17 May 2020 [We Are Back] 'Shop with You' in 4 Districts - Blue Flag and Arrests at East Point City Netizens launched the 'Shop with You' protest that they just browse but not buy in 4 districts at 2 pm, including East Point City in Tseung Kwan O, Yoho Mall in Yuen Long, New Town Plaza in Shatin, and Olympian City in Tai Kok Tsui. A large number of citizens gathered at the 4 malls from 2 pm. Among them, in East Point City, 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time' and '5 Demands, Not One Less' were chanted. About 12 minutes later, over 100 riot police entered the mall with guns, batons and pepper sprays. Blue flags were raised a few times to warn the people at the scene. Some plain-clothes police embededed in the crowd in advance and ambushed the citizens and at least 8 people were arrested. Some shops were closed. A large number of citizens were angry that they could not do shopping in the mall and shouted at the police officers. Tseung Kwan O . Hong Kong | 2020 16 May 2020 My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight. Mourning of Leung Ling-kit's Death in Central 11 Months On On 15 June last year, Leung Ling-kit, a protester wearing a yellow raincoat with 'Carrie Lam Killing Hong Kong, Evil Police Cold-blooded' written on his back, stood high above Pacific Place in Admiralty, demanding the Hong Kong government to withdraw the amendment to the extradition laws. Unfortunately, he fell and died. He was the first protester who passed away in the anti-extradition movement and awakened more Hong Kong people to join the struggle. Today is 11 months after Leung's death, netizens called on a '11th Month Mourning for Leung'. At 1pm, over 100 citizens gathered on all 3 floors at the atrium of the Landmark in Central. Banners reading 'Follow your last wish to guard our city' and 'Police brutality unchecked, Citizens will not rest.' A black flag of 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time' and a colonial era Hong Kong flag was raised. Citizens sang 'Glory to Hong Kong', and chanted '5 Demands, Not One Less.' The citizens on the scene all wore masks. Everyone stood scattered with no more than 8 people in a group. The Silver-haired Group founder Tam Kwok-sun distributed packs of 5 surgical masks with "Bravo Hong-Konger". There are multiple police vehicles outside the Landmark, uniformed police patrolling and intercepting passers-by. Police did not entered the Landmark. Central . Hong Kong | 2020 15 May 2020 Mask and Roots A mysterious mask is buried in a web of banyan roots at a stone wall in Tai Hang. Bayan Trees are ubiquitous in Hong Kong, growing in parks, street planters and even between the cracks of stone walls. There are more than 1,100 trees growing from the sheer surfaces of masonry walls on Hong Kong Island. Banyan trees are considered to have excellent feng shui, symbolising longevity, fertility and perseverance. It is the national tree of India. Tai Hang . Hong Kong | 2020 14 May 2020 'Sing with You' at 23 Malls Citywide to "Celebrate" Birthday of Carrie Lam Today is the 63rd birthday of Carrie Lam, Chief Executive of HKSAR and probably the most hated person in Hong Kong. Netizens called for "Sing with You" at 7:30 pm in 22 shopping malls all over the city to "celebrate". These include IFC Atrium in Central, Pacific Place in Admiralty, Time Square in Causeway Bay, Citiplaza in Quarry Bay, Stanley Plaza in Stanley and The Westwood in Kennedy Town for Hong Kong Island; Festival Walk in Kowloon Tong, APM in Kwun Tong, Langham Place in Mongkok, Hollywood Plaza in Diamond Hill, and Kowloon City Plaza for Kowloon; New Town Plaza and MOSTown in Shatin, Discovery Park in Tsuen Wan, Kingswood Richly Plaza in Tin Shui Wai, Tseung Kwan O Plaza in TKO and more for New Territories. At 7:30 pm, over 100 gathered at Time Square atrium in Causeway Bay, chanting '5 Demands, Not One Less.' A black flag of 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time' was raised and they sang 'Glory to Hong Kong' and "Happy Birthday to Carrie Lam" with four-letter words, undaunted by plain-clothes policemen patrolling inside the mall and at least 5 police vans stationed outside. Causeway Bay . Hong Kong | 2020 13 May 2020 My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight. Magus Yuen Wins Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2020 Kam Wa Magus Yuen Wins Human Rights Arts Prize 2020 with the work 'Hong Kong Symposium 2019'. From the Artist Statement: 'The 2019 Hong Kong Protests against the anti- extradition law amendment bill has been happening for 9 months. Various toxic substance, including cyanide, severely exceeding safety level have been discovered in all the anti-protest gears deployed by the police, causing harm not just to human, but all living organism in the surrounding. Yet the police force is still using chemical weapons against protesters without following the guidelines of weapon usage. All the basic human rights of Hong Kong citizens has been severely interfered by the Hong Kong Police Force.' The Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2020 is organised by the Justice Centre and works of winners and finalists are exhibited at: Goethe-Institut 14/F, Art Centre, 2 Harbour Rd Wanchai, Hong Kong 12 May - 6 Jun 2019 M-F 10am-7pm Wanchai . Hong Kong | 2020 12 May 2020 Tomb of Sun Yat-sen's Mother The tomb of Sun Yat-sen's mother is located in Pak Fa Lam on the east side of Kowloon Peak, facing Sai Kung Sea. It is said that in 1907, Sun Yat-sen, the revolutionary, was wanted by the Qing government. His mother was forced to live in refuge in Hong Kong under British rule at that time. Due to her advanced age, she died at the age of 83 on 19 July 1910 and was buried in the same year. Another version was that she was buried in 1911, a hundred days before the revolution. It cannot be confirmed because there is no detailed explanation at the tomb. In July 1892, Sun Yat-sen graduated from the College of Medicine for Chinese, Hong Kong (now known as the Medical College of the University of Hong Kong) scoring the first place among the first batch of graduates. On 1 October 1911, Sun started the revolution that overthrown the Qing Dynasty of the Manchu Empire and founded the Republic of China. In April 1940, the National Government honoured Sun Yat-sen as "the father of the Republic of China." Pak Fa Lam . Hong Kong | 2020 11 May 2020 [We're Back] "Mother's Day Stroll" Protest in Tsimshatsui Disrupted by Riot Police As the coronavirus epidemic eased, Hong Kong people continued to fight, insisting on '5 Demands, Not One Less'. Earlier, many districts launched various Sing with You' action to continue the fight peacefully, but they were repeatedly suppressed by the police through social distancing rules. Undaunted, netizens launch 'Mother's Day Stroll' action in Tsimshatsui today, calling to 'Restart Hong Kong, Protesters to Regroup' The protests that have been subdued for months is re-activated. At 2 pm, over 100 gathered at the Tsimshatsui Clock Tower, raising the black flag of 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time', singing Glory to Hong Kong", demonstrating that the enthusiasm of the "5 Demands, Not One Less" is unabated. Hundreds of riot police enterered, cordoned off the area around the Clock Tower and dispersed the crowd. A lady offered a rose to the riot police for peaceful strolling and was ignored. At 3 pm, protesters moved to Harbour City and continued to chant 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time', singing 'Glory to Hong Kong. Police followed but stopped at the entrance glass doors of Harbour City. At 4 pm, over 100 riot police entered Harbpur City and dispersed the crowd and and shoppers. Tsimshatsui . Hong Kong | 2020 10 May 2020 My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight. Gorgeous Abandoned House at Pak Fa Lam A gorgeous 3-storey house full of pretty stained-glass windows, abandoned, at Pak Fa Lam. An external stairs lead from the second floor up to the roof. The door was locked and one can only look inside through the windows. Neighbours said that the house is an illegal structure built on government land by a Mr Lam. It has been shutdown by the government. Pak Fa Lam is a cemetery area near Kowloon Peak. Many tombs can be found on the hillside facing the sea, with great fung shui. Pak Fa Lam . Hong Kong | 2020 9 May 2020 "We are Back" - "Lunch with You" at IFC Disrupted by Riot Police Angered by Carrie Lam government's inadequate epidemic prevention and control, plus Beijing's full-blown attack on Hong Kong's legislative, judicial, legal and civil society - threatening "One Country, Two Systems", the protests have been reactivated. Central Flashmob protest is now revived regularly. Netizens launched the 'With You Lunch' at IFC in Central, at 1 pm today, to 'condemn Hong Kong Communist’s attempt to sabotage Legco; and against local enactment of the National Anthem Law.' At 12:45 pm, about 4-50 protesters started gathering at IFC in 3 levels in Central. They raised the black flags 'Free Hong, Revolution of Our Time', a plague 'Fight for Freedom, Stand with Hong Kong' and sang 'Glory to Hong Kong', demonstrating they are resolute in '5 Demands, Not One Less' in their protest. At 1:05 pm, over 100 riot police entered IFC to disrupt the protest, warning them the congregation of over 8 people is illegal. The protesters dispersed peacefully. Pepper spray was deployed and a few journalists were hit. The area was cordoned off to prevent further protests. Citizens and shoppers shouted at the police for their use of excessive force and interrupted their shopping unreasonably. Central . Hong Kong | 2020 8 May 2020 My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight. 'Ghost Mansion' in Bustling Causeway Bay Russell Street and Percival Street in Causeway Bay, located in a prime location in Hong Kong, have repeatedly been selected as the most expensive streets in Hong Kong. However, in a row of Chinese tenement buildings (Tong Lau) on Percival Street, the upstairs units were vacant, the windows had been demolished and half of the walls were removed. They look like abandoned buildings with a "ghost mansion" feel, a great contrast compared with the crowded and bustling scene on the street level. The reason behind this city's surreal spectacle is that many developers took advantage of potential business opportunities about 7 years ago and began to acquire units of the 3 Chinese tenement buildings that are over 50 years old at 54-76 Percival Street. However, the asking prices of the street level shops are high and the acquisition has not yet been completed. The process of urban acquisition, redevelopment and renewal is long and winding. Causeway Bay . Hong Kong | 2020 7 May 2020 Elyse Frolics at her Village Home Elyse, a talented model and photographer, frolics at her new village home in Sam Ka Tsuen at Lei Yue Mun. The scorching hot weather at 32 degree C gives her the opportunity to showoff her new swimsuit. Lei Yue Mun . Hong Kong | 2020 6 May 2020 Kowloon Mosque Located next to Kowloon Park, the majestic Kowloon Mosque (Kowloon Masjid and Islamic Centre) is the largest Muslim place of worship in Hong Kong. Designed by architect I M Kadri, it can accommodate about 3,000 people at one time.   It is the best example of Islamic architecture in the city, with a beautiful dome, pink roof, minarets and incredibly detailed latticed windows (known as jali). Tsimshatsui . Hong Kong | 2020 5 May 2020 'Pink & White Shower' Blooming in Central The Murray Hotel beside Cotton Tree Road in Central, formerly the Murray Building of the Government Headquarters, has a 'Pink & White Shower' tree. During the flowering season, white and pink flowers are staggered on the tree. This century-old tree appeared earlier than the Murray Building, which was completed in 1969. In 2017, the building was revitalised to be a hotel, and the tree was retained. According to the government's book of ancient and famous trees, this tree has a height of 17 metres, a crown of 14 metres and a trunk diameter of more than 1 metre. It is the only 'Pink & White Shower' in the book, making it quite precious. It is rated as a precious or rare species with cultural, historical or important commemorative value. Central . Hong Kong | 2020 4 May 2020 Abandoned Hei Tsz Wan Village Hei Tsz Wan near Sheung Yiu, Sai Kung is a totally abandoned village, formerly occupied by a Wong Hakka clan. There are many abandoned village houses, and this house can be seen with a plague vaguely written "Pang Shing Hall". The ground floors of these houses are of normal height but the first floors are cramped, sleeping space only, with hardly enough room to stand up. Some collapsing houses can be seen along the path. The Sheung Yiu Folk Museum nearby was the site of 8 former fortified Hakka houses occupied by the Wong clan that dates back to the late 19th century. It is now a small museum and a Declared Monument housing typical Hakka furniture and artefacts. Sai Kung . Hong Kong | 2020 3 May 2020 Discover Europe in Hong Kong Tame your wanderlust during the coronavirus pandemic by discovering local gems with a foreign flavour. Established in 1932, St Teresa's Church is a Roman Catholic church in Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong. The architectural style is Romanesque Revival based on Roman and Byzantine elements, characterised by massive articulated wall structures, round arches, and powerful vaults. Notable features include the basilican plan, semi-circular apse, central octagonal dome over the crossing, the bell tower or campanile and pantiled roof. Kowloon Tong . Hong Kong | 2020 2 May 2020 "We are Back" Act 5 - "Sing with You" in Shatin Disrupted by Police Angered by inadequate epidemic prevention and control by the Carrie Lam government, plus Beijing's full-blown attack on Hong Kong's legislative, judicial, legal and civil society - threatening "One Country, Two Systems", the anti-extradition protests have been subdued by coronavirus for a few months have been reactivated. Following Friday's Central Flashmob at IFC, Sing with You at Citiplaza on Sunday, and Sing with You at IFC on Tuesday, Lunch with You at Landmark on Wednesday the fifth wave of protests has revived with "Sing with You" flashmob at the New Town Plaza in Shatin, at 7:30 pm today. At 6:30 pm, hundreds of protesters started gathering at all 4 levels of New Town Plaza in Shatin. They raised the black flags 'Free Hong, Revolution of Our Time', colonial Hong Kong flag and sang 'Glory to Hong Kong', demonstrating they are resolute in '5 Demands, Not One Less' in their protest. At 7 pm, before the scheduled start, hundreds of riot police in full gear entered New Town Plaza and disrupted the protest and cleared the atrium area. Protesters and shoppers dispersed. Pepper sprays were deployed and at least 1 journalist was hit on his eyes, who was then treated by first-aiders. Shatin . Hong Kong | 2020 1 May 2020 My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight. Archive: Apr  Mar  Feb  Jan 2020 Dec  Nov  Oct  Sep  Aug  Jul  Jun  May  Apr  Mar  Feb  Jan 2019 Dec  Nov  Oct  Sep  Aug  Jul  Jun  May  Apr  Mar  Feb  Jan 2018 Dec  Nov  Oct  Sep  Aug  Jul  Jun  May  Apr  Mar  Feb  Jan 2017 Dec  Nov  Oct  Sep  Aug  Jul  Jun  May  Apr  Mar  Feb  Jan 2016 Dec  Nov  Oct  Sep  Aug  Jul  Jun  May  Apr  Mar  Feb  Jan 2015 Dec  Nov  Oct  Sep  Aug  Jul  Jun  May  Apr  Mar  Feb 2014   (C) p h yang 2020 - all rights reserved