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(香港海防博物館)
History Museum
筲箕灣
"Excellent history of HK's defense, including Japanese occupation."(2 Tips)
"interesting history of Hong Kong"(2 Tips)
"There are great views of the water and the surrounding hills."(4 Tips)
"special exhibition on the Chinese-Japanese war"(2 Tips)
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dil7liAugust 7, 2018Its free and it’s educational, bring your kids to learn more history of Hong Kong
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Henry LeeJune 17, 2012Centuries of coastline protection described, in an old fort at eastern and one of the narrowest ends of Victoria Harbour. Great views on balcony above and at Lei Yue Mun Pass Battery below.Upvote1Downvote
Eveline HoSeptember 24, 2012For $10HKD, you get a thorough walk through of Hong Kong's history. Best value museum I've been to.Upvote3Downvote- R TanSeptember 13, 2014Nice museum. Currently doing a special exhibition on the Chinese-Japanese war of 1894-5.UpvoteDownvote
- JernejSeptember 17, 2017Quick and interesting history of Hong Kong and its ways of defense against invaders. No admission.Upvote1Downvote
J LNovember 29, 2016Good views and it's currently free. Some exhibits are currently unavailable but there's still plenty to see.UpvoteDownvote
- Bijoy GoswamiJanuary 31, 2017Excellent history of HK's defense, including Japanese occupation. Start at the top and make sure to see the Brennan Torpedo at the bottom. Exit by walking along the coast up a short flight of stairs.UpvoteDownvote1
- marco repolaJune 30, 2010Be sure to check out the outside portion of the museum. There are great views of the water and the surrounding hills.Upvote2Downvote
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