Victoria Park: A Green Oasis in Hong Kong’s Causeway Bay

July 19, 2023 108 Views

In various corners of downtown Hong Kong, you can find parks, squares, and green spaces. In the central area of Hong Kong, such as Central Park and Chater Garden, you can find both large parks and smaller green spaces amidst the urban jungle.

In the Causeway Bay area of Hong Kong Island, you can discover Victoria Park, named after Queen Victoria, even amidst the bustling city.

“Victoria Park: A Land Reclaimed from Victoria Harbour”

Victoria Park is relatively large in size. However, it holds a unique history compared to other parks. It was created as a result of a reclamation project in 1955, involving the infilling of Victoria Harbour.

Given its reclaimed location, the park has a substantial area and features various sports facilities like tennis courts, basketball courts, soccer fields, and swimming pools.

“Named After Queen Victoria, A Statue Resides Here”

Victoria Park is named after Queen Victoria, the former monarch of the British Empire. Additionally, you can find a statue of Queen Victoria within the park.

Originally, Queen Victoria’s statue was located in Statue Square in the Central area of Hong Kong Island. However, during the Japanese occupation of Hong Kong in World War II, the statue was removed.

After being taken down, the statue found its new home in Victoria Park, and simultaneously, the park itself was named after Queen Victoria.

“The Park Preparing for Weekend Events”

During my visit, the park was busy preparing for weekend events. As a result, I could see people bustling around, making preparations for various activities throughout the park.

Especially on weekends, you’ll find a large number of Southeast Asian domestic helpers gathering here. It’s a cultural phenomenon where those who have come to work in Hong Kong and can’t stay at their employer’s home on weekends come out to find a spot in the park to spend time with fellow countrymen.

“Victoria Park, Conveniently Located Near Tin Hau MRT Station”

You can easily reach Victoria Park by subway. The nearest MRT station is Tin Hau, and once you exit, you can simply cross the street to enter the park.

Given its substantial size, it might not be easy to explore every corner of the park in one go. However, it’s an excellent place to take a break and unwind while traveling.

“Victoria Park, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong”