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"Solar Star" crossing the harbour from Central Pier to Tsimshatsui. Wanchai in the background with the prominent Central Plaza skyscraper.
Another "reactivated" archive shot.
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"Morning Star", the single red boat of the fleet, crossing the harbour on the route from Tsimshatsui to Central.
In the background Causeway Bay with the Citicorp Centre.
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At the Ocean Terminal in Tsimshatsui. An archive shot, ever so slightly reworked and reposted on May 4, 2025. Originally uploaded on March 29, 2008.
The Maxim Gorkiy (Максим Горький) was a former German cruise liner (ex Hamburg , ex Hanseatic).
After a colorful history she was on the Hong Kong stop of her final World cruise.
Built by HDW, virgin cruise on March 28th, 1969.
Scrapped 2009/2020 in Alang.
Gross registered tons: 25022
Length: 194,70m
Beam: 26,60m
Guests: 780
Crew: 340
Lots of additional information (German, Tina's site):
www.schiffe-maxim.de/Maxim2.htm
Check out Tina's flickr - she has lots of great cruise ship pics!
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I'll never see this building area finished, but it is going to be massive. Waterfront property, it will be another skyscraper...or two...or twenty.
Another view of the construction site in Kowloon. The magnitude of this site is crazy. All of the area around Victoria Harbour appears completely packed, yet everytime I have ever been, there is new construction on the waterfront with taller and taller buildings.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xiqu_Centre:
Xiqu Centre is a performing art studio in Hong Kong. Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, the venue is part of the West Kowloon Cultural District and the first building completed in the district plan. The construction began on 24 September 2013, and completed in 2018, costing 2.7 billion HK dollars. The Centre opened to the public on 20 January 2019.
It's going to be tall, whatever they are building. It appears that it is going to need lots of support.
Excerpt from Wikipedia:
The Flying Frenchman is a bronze sculpture by César Baldaccini, installed outside the Hong Kong Cultural Centre along Tsim Sha Tsui's waterfront, in Kowloon, Hong Kong. The sculpture was gifted to Hong Kong by the Cartier Foundation in 1992. The name "Freedom Fighter" was rejected by Hong Kong's government, causing the artist not to attend the unveiling ceremony in 1993.
At the Ocean Terminal in Tsimshatsui. And something ugly moves in from the left...
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Excerpt from www.hkpm.org.hk/en/about/about-us:
The Hong Kong Palace Museum aspires to become one of the world’s leading cultural institutions committed to the study and appreciation of Chinese art and culture, while advancing dialogue among world civilisations through international partnerships. The Museum is a collaborative project between the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority and the Palace Museum, which is funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust with a donation of HK$3.5 billion for its establishment, as well as some of the annual exhibitions and education programmes in 2023-2031.
Embracing new curatorial approaches, the Museum offers a Hong Kong perspective and a global vision, presenting the finest objects from the Palace Museum and other important cultural institutions around the world. Through innovative research and travelling exhibitions, as well as educational, cultural, and professional exchange programmes, the Museum builds international partnerships and helps position Hong Kong as a hub for art and cultural exchanges between the Mainland China and the rest of the world. As a world-class institution, the Museum is, at heart, a cultural resource that belongs to the community of Hong Kong. And as a dynamic platform, it inspires community engagement, fosters dialogue and partnerships, and promotes creativity and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Excerpt from www.k11musea.com/about-k11-musea/:
Located at Victoria Dockside, K11 Art and Cultural District of Tsim Sha Tsui, K11 MUSEA is Hong Kong’s pioneering cultural-retail landmark. Inspired by ‘A Muse by the Sea’, K11 MUSEA is designed to enrich the new consumer’s daily life through the power of creativity, culture and innovation.
A destination 10 years in the making, K11 MUSEA was crafted by renowned entrepreneur Adrian Cheng together with 100 Creative Powers, a roster of more than 100 international architects, artists and designers who sought to create the ultimate space for all to embark on a “journey of imagination”. Since opening its doors in 2019, the museum-worthy landmark has ushered in a new era of cultural retail which speaks to the growing consumer demand for immersive experiences in art, culture, nature and commerce.
K11 Group was founded by renowned entrepreneur Adrian Cheng in 2008 with a social mission to incubate talent and propagate culture. In creating Victoria Dockside, K11 Art and Cultural District — K11 Group’s most ambitious project to date — Cheng’s vision is to inspire global millennials through establishing K11 MUSEA as the Silicon Valley of Culture, while facilitating a broader discussion on the interconnectedness of creativity, culture and innovation.
K11 MUSEA is located at the heart of Victoria Dockside,K11 Art and Cultural District. The art and design district is built on a historic site formerly known as Holt’s Wharf, a freight and logistics hub that transformed Hong Kong into one of the busiest ports in the world. Paying tribute to Hong Kong’s unique history and cultural cosmopolitanism, K11 MUSEA is committed to incubating the local cultural scene with a world-class rotation of art events, collaborations, experiences, and workshops throughout the year.
The architecture of K11 MUSEA was designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox and James Corner Field Operations in collaboration with 100 Creative Powers, including Rotterdam-based OMA and Hong Kong-based architecture studios LAAB and AB Concept.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xiqu_Centre:
Xiqu Centre is a performing art studio in Hong Kong. Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, the venue is part of the West Kowloon Cultural District and the first building completed in the district plan. The construction began on 24 September 2013, and completed in 2018, costing 2.7 billion HK dollars. The Centre opened to the public on 20 January 2019.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K11_Art_Mall:
K11 Art Mall is a seven-storey shopping centre in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong located in The Masterpiece, developed by New World Development and completed in December 2009. It is near Tsim Sha Tsui and East Tsim Sha Tsui stations.
The K11 Art Mall has seven storeys (two underground, five above ground). The B1 and B2 storeys were opened on 27 November 2009, and the rest of the mall was opened on 5 December that year. Retail and restaurants accounted for 80 per cent and 20 per cent of the stores, respectively.
B2 is mainly international cuisine, women's fashion, shoes and cosmetics, with shops such as D-mop zone, Mousse, ISCOV, JILL SCOTT, Mirabell, and Milan. B1 is mainly daily necessities, including La Creation de Gute bakery, LensCrafters, AV Life, Dymocks bookstore, I Love Kitchen, Mannings, and Market Place by Jasons supermarket.
The ground floor has many high-end stores, including Longchamp, Tiffany by Soloman, Thann, the Italian brand Dormeuil, Y-3, D-mop, and Chow Tai Fook concept store. In the centre is a large plaza, called "The Piazza", that features a glass ceiling and a large LED screen.
Levels 1–3 have many boutiques, including AIGLE, KLASSE14, Laosmiddle, Levi's, Clarks, Fila, and mademoiselle. The mall also caters to Mainland customers, with several Mainland brand-name specialty stores such as Biba and imaroon.
There are restaurants on each floor of the mall, totaling over 20, including B2's Miso Cool and DALAT Vietnamese restaurant; The Piazza's Espressamente illy and awfully chocolate; and various others, such as AKU Japanese Restaurant, Al Pasha, Cool Gelato, Ginza Bairin and Pak Loh Chiu Chow Restaurant.
Excerpt from www.hkpm.org.hk/en/about/about-us:
The Hong Kong Palace Museum aspires to become one of the world’s leading cultural institutions committed to the study and appreciation of Chinese art and culture, while advancing dialogue among world civilisations through international partnerships. The Museum is a collaborative project between the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority and the Palace Museum, which is funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust with a donation of HK$3.5 billion for its establishment, as well as some of the annual exhibitions and education programmes in 2023-2031.
Embracing new curatorial approaches, the Museum offers a Hong Kong perspective and a global vision, presenting the finest objects from the Palace Museum and other important cultural institutions around the world. Through innovative research and travelling exhibitions, as well as educational, cultural, and professional exchange programmes, the Museum builds international partnerships and helps position Hong Kong as a hub for art and cultural exchanges between the Mainland China and the rest of the world. As a world-class institution, the Museum is, at heart, a cultural resource that belongs to the community of Hong Kong. And as a dynamic platform, it inspires community engagement, fosters dialogue and partnerships, and promotes creativity and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tsim_Sha_Tsui:
sim Sha Tsui (尖沙咀), often abbreviated as TST, is an area in southern Kowloon, Hong Kong. The area is administratively part of the Yau Tsim Mong District. Tsim Sha Tsui East is a piece of land reclaimed from the Hung Hom Bay now east of Tsim Sha Tsui. The area is bounded north by Austin Road and in the east by Hong Chong Road and Cheong Wan Road.
Geographically, Tsim Sha Tsui is a cape on the tip of the Kowloon Peninsula pointing towards Victoria Harbour, opposite Central. Several villages had been established in this location before Kowloon was ceded to the British Empire in 1860. The name Tsim Sha Tsui in Cantonese means sharp sandspit. It was also known as Heung Po Tau (香埗頭), i.e. a port for exporting incense tree.
Tsim Sha Tsui is a major tourist hub in Hong Kong, with many high-end shops, bars, pubs and restaurants that cater to tourists. Many of Hong Kong's museums are located in the area.
Excerpt from www.hkpm.org.hk/en/about/about-us:
The Hong Kong Palace Museum aspires to become one of the world’s leading cultural institutions committed to the study and appreciation of Chinese art and culture, while advancing dialogue among world civilisations through international partnerships. The Museum is a collaborative project between the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority and the Palace Museum, which is funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust with a donation of HK$3.5 billion for its establishment, as well as some of the annual exhibitions and education programmes in 2023-2031.
Embracing new curatorial approaches, the Museum offers a Hong Kong perspective and a global vision, presenting the finest objects from the Palace Museum and other important cultural institutions around the world. Through innovative research and travelling exhibitions, as well as educational, cultural, and professional exchange programmes, the Museum builds international partnerships and helps position Hong Kong as a hub for art and cultural exchanges between the Mainland China and the rest of the world. As a world-class institution, the Museum is, at heart, a cultural resource that belongs to the community of Hong Kong. And as a dynamic platform, it inspires community engagement, fosters dialogue and partnerships, and promotes creativity and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Excerpt from the plaque:
Furniture in the Forbidden City
A throne was normally placed in the middle of the main hall of a palace with a screen at its back and a pair of incense burners and cranes at two sides. The ensemble would create a solemn atmosphere befitting the majestic status of the emperor. The throne and the screen were produced from large pieces of precious zitan wood native to India. As a slow-growing hardwood, it was already endangered by the eighteenth century and was almost exclusively reserved for imperial use.
Five-panel screen
Throne with dragons and clouds
Footstool
Pair of incense burners in the form of standing crane
Pair of incense burners with coiling dragons
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victoria_Harbour:
Victoria Harbour is a natural landform harbour in Hong Kong separating Hong Kong Island in the south from the Kowloon Peninsula to the north. The harbour's deep, sheltered waters and strategic location on South China Sea were instrumental in Hong Kong's establishment as a British colony in 1841 and its subsequent development as a trading centre.
Throughout its history, the harbour has seen numerous reclamation projects undertaken on both shores, many of which have caused controversy in recent years. Environmental concerns have been expressed about the effects of these expansions, in terms of water quality and loss of natural habitat. It has also been proposed that benefits of land reclamation may be less than the effects of decreased harbour width, affecting the number of vessels passing through the harbour. Nonetheless Victoria Harbour still retains its founding role as a port for thousands of international vessels each year.
The harbour is a major tourist attraction of Hong Kong. Lying in the middle of the territory's dense urban region, the harbour is the site of annual fireworks displays and its promenades are used as gathering places for residents and also tourists.
Excerpt from www.theworlds50best.com/discovery/Establishments/China/Ho...:
Chaat – meaning 'to lick' in Hindi – is located within the glamorous Rosewood Hong Kong hotel and helmed by chef Manav Tuli, who learned his craft in luxury hotels across India and Mauritius. During an extended stint in London, Tuli reopened the acclaimed Tamarind restaurant, which was one of the first Indian restaurants in the UK capital to receive a Michelin star. Chaat’s food is an homage to Indian street food culture, with the team giving popular dishes a modern and imaginative upgrade, along with a menu of cocktails and wines influenced by the spice trade. Think black truffle and chili cheese naan and lobster tikka, or flavourful dishes cooked in one of the restaurant’s three authentic tandoor ovens.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Park_Lane_Shopper%27s_Boulevard:
Park Lane Shopper's Boulevard is a shopping area and visitor attraction along Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong near Kowloon Park and Tsim Sha Tsui and Jordan stations. It was completed in 1986.
Excerpt from www.tripadvisor.ca/Hotel_Review-g294217-d15618306-Reviews...:
Soaring over Victoria Harbour, Rosewood Hong Kong is a new centre of gravity on the Kowloon waterfront; the crown jewel of the Victoria Dockside arts and design district. On passing the gate and traversing the cobblestoned drive, the urban din falls away, revealing lush topiary and a serene forecourt that commands the harbour. A warm welcome heralds a stay of unparalleled comfort and distinctive hospitality.
Excerpt from the plaque:
Amitayus Buddha Statues
In Tibetan Buddhism, Amitayus, Buddha of Limitless Life, is venerated for his association with longevity. Figures of this deity were produced annually at the Qing imperial court, especially for birthday celebrations. Specially made by the imperial workshops, the shrine here sets off the figures by imitating the screens behind the emperor’s thrones in the Qing court.
Excerpt from www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/hong-kong/dining/bayfare-social:
Discover the culinary finesse at the Spanish restaurant & bar, Bayfare Social. Vibrant and welcoming, the namesake destination of Rosewood’s gastronomic hub plays home to interactive food counters and a range of thrilling dining options: signature dishes and limited-time specials inspired by different regions of Spain, a paella counter, and tapas at the bar, all to enjoy with a Sangria or a caña – a Spanish draft beer – at sundown making it an ideal setting for delicious, social gatherings.
Waking up at 5:30 in the morning is not something I usually do willingly, but this particular sunrise shot at Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade was worth every groggy moment. As I stood there, leaning against the railing, the sky painted itself in hues of pink and orange, gradually transitioning into a deep blue as the sun peeked over the horizon. The city lights on the opposite shore twinkled softly, reflecting beautifully on the still water below. It felt like nature and urban life were having a quiet conversation, each taking turns to shine.
The challenge didn’t end with waking up early; post-processing was a bit of a headache due to dust specks on my camera sensor. But seeing the final image made it all worthwhile. The smooth gradient of colors, the calmness of the water, and the distant silhouette of the city created a scene that I like.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xiqu_Centre:
Xiqu Centre is a performing art studio in Hong Kong. Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, the venue is part of the West Kowloon Cultural District and the first building completed in the district plan. The construction began on 24 September 2013, and completed in 2018, costing 2.7 billion HK dollars. The Centre opened to the public on 20 January 2019.
Excerpt from the plaque:
Chime (teqing) with stand 雲龍紋特磬-黃鐘律
Qing emperors consolidated their rule by promoting the Confucian practices of earlier dynasties, which included commissioning Confucian ritual musical instruments like this chime and the bell nearby. Chimes were made in sets of twelve, corresponding to the twelve lunar months. They were struck to mark the end of a piece of ritual music. This chime was used during the eleventh lunar month. Its pitch, called the “yellow bell” (huangzhong), is the first of the twelve pitches.
The music played here was used when the emperor ascended his throne at important festivals.
Excerpt from www.timeout.com/hong-kong/art/best-street-art-and-graffit...:
Ocean Terminal Forecourt, Harbour City, Tsimshatsui
Legendary street artist Invader has made multiple undercover trips to our SAR and left his mark at various spots all across town during each visit. Many of his works can be seen in and around Harbour City, including the famous mural at the Ocean Terminal Forecourt, featuring the ghosts from Pac-Man in his signature retro video game style.
Excerpt from www.westk.hk/en/restaurants-cafes/tiger-sugar:
Tiger Sugar is an international dessert chain brand originated in Taiwan, intend to let the world taste the best flavor of Taiwan boba pearl milk tea through taste and vision. After more than ten years of painstaking research and development, Tiger Sugar believes that desserts are the most relaxing, healing and relaxing food. Their offering is unique as the first “drink” dessert. What Tiger Sugar wants to convey to the world is Taiwan’s strong human touch and endless creative aesthetics of leisure desserts.