Top 10 Architectural Buildings in Hong Kong, China

May 19, 2022 Misti Hsu

Delectable dim sum, floating islands, and a one-of-a-kind skyline are just some of Hong Kong’s unique features. Get an eyeful of traditional Chinese architecture in Ngong Ping village, then take the tram to the tippity-top of Victoria Peak for unparalleled views. The rocks and gentle hills of Nan Lian Garden will bring you inner peace, as will a calming cup of tea in a Stanley café. Become one with everything at the Chi Lin Nunnery, a serene Buddhist complex.
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1. Tai Fu Tai Mansion

The New Territories, Hong Kong China +852 2208 4400 [email protected] http://www.amo.gov.hk/en/monuments_32.php
Excellent
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Tai Fu Tai Mansion

Reviewed By Leonhkny - Hong Kong, China

This is a lovely, little known place for local history. Tai Fu Tai Mansion is the house of a wealthy member of the Man clan, one of the Five Great Clans of the New Territories. It is now quite well restored to its former glory and glamour although detailed illustration is lacking. The place is a unique bland of traditional southern Chinese and Rococo architecture. While the layout is in line with major mansions in Guangdong, the delicate glasses, paintings and ornaments are somehow reminiscent of the Alhambra. The security guard is passionate to share the anecdotes in local language. Bus 76K conveniently connects Tai Fu Tai Mansion with Sheung Shui and Yuen Long.

2. Chi Lin Nunnery

Chi Lin Rd, Diamond Hill, Hong Kong China +852 2354 1735 [email protected] http://www.chilin.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 3,344 reviews

Chi Lin Nunnery

Reviewed By BradJill - Hong Kong, China

The Chi Lin Nunnery is one of our special places in Hong Kong. Originally built in 1934, the monastery building and grounds you see today were opened to the public in 2000. This is a peaceful and tranquil place that is beautifully maintained. Chi Lin along with the adjacent Nan Lian Gardens are free to visit and open from 7am to 7pm daily. What you find here is a Buddhist monastic complex constructed of cedar wood and built in the style of the Tang Dynasty. There are a handful of halls, each fitted with beautiful shrines with gilded and colourful statue figures representing manifestations of Buddha. The main hall includes five large gilded figures (3 Buddha figures and 2 attending disciples) is particularly impressive. Note that they ask you to not take photos in this area of the monastery. There is information posted next to each hall with Chinese and English text, allowing you to read up and learn about the figures on display in each. You can take pictures in the open courtyard which are decorated with numerous manicured shrubs and flowering plants. This is a Lotus Pond Garden with four delightful pools, it is an attractive setting and easy place to relax and enjoy yourself. Overall, this is a place you can easily spend half an hour. Add an addition 30-45 minutes to browse the grounds and exhibition galleries of the Nan Lian Garden which is connected by bridge to the other side of the street running along side the Nunnery. Collectively, these two attractions represent one of the most beautiful locations to visit in Hong Kong, a place loved by residents and visitors alike.

3. Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)

Lantau Island, Hong Kong China +852 2985 5248 http://www.plm.org.hk/eng/buddha.php
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4.5 based on 14,794 reviews

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)

Reviewed By maheshrathod

What a magnificent man made bronze statue... Fantastic location, journey to Big Budhha though Ngong Ping 360 via crystal base cable car is amazing .... all peaks that were emerging from fog .... too good !!

4. Kun Ting Study Hall

Hang Mei Tsuen, Ping Shan, Hong Kong China http://www.amo.gov.hk/en/trails_pingshan1.php
Excellent
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Kun Ting Study Hall

5. International Commerce Centre

1 Austin Road West, Hong Kong China +852 2730 0800 http://www.shkp-icc.com/website/showGeneralContent.do;jsessionid=54431514BFA27FCD3FCEB47127545EA4
Excellent
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Good
38%
Satisfactory
12%
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4.5 based on 90 reviews

International Commerce Centre

6. Jockey Club Innovation Tower

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong China
Excellent
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Jockey Club Innovation Tower

7. Tin Hau Temple

Repulse Bay Road, Hong Kong China
Excellent
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Tin Hau Temple

8. Kennedy Town

Hong Kong China
Excellent
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Kennedy Town

Reviewed By littec

Love Kennedy town, such a dynamic atmosphere with many shops, bars and restaurants. Streets are also way cleaner than other areas in HK. Whatever you're looking for, KT has it. Great mix community between expats and locals, and super convenient thanks to the MTR.

9. HSBC Main Building

1 Queen's Road Central HSBC Central Plaza, Hong Kong China +852 2544 0081
Excellent
28%
Good
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Satisfactory
24%
Poor
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4.0 based on 261 reviews

HSBC Main Building

HSBC Main Building is a headquarters building of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation. The building can be reached from Exit K of Central MTR Station and facing Statue Square.

Reviewed By Mairwen1

The two large bronze lions that normally guard the front of the HSBC building disappeared during 2020 for repairs but they are now back and re-installed. Their names, Stitt and Stephen were an in-joke in the 1920s. The roaring lion on the left, was named after A.G. Stephen, Chief Manager of HSBC in 1920. On the right is Stitt, named after G. H. Stitt, Manager Shanghai HSBC. They have been a familiar fixture since the 1930s.Traditionally, people stroke the lions’ paws and noses for luck and prosperity. In fact the lions themselves have been pretty lucky. First, they survived the Japanese invasion during WWII, with only a few shrapnel wounds (you can still see the scars or dents in Stephen’s back). Next they were ripped out and sent off to Japan, earmarked to be melted down for scrap metal. Good timing intervened and the war ended so they narrowly escaped this fate. Even so, they may have still been lost if it hadn’t been for an observant and discerning American sailor who recognised the lions in an Osaka dock in 1945. They were safely returned home to Hong Kong.

10. Bank of China Tower

1 Garden Road, Hong Kong China http://www.bochk.com/web/common/multi_section.xml?section=about&level_2=boc_tower&fldr_id=326
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.0 based on 288 reviews

Bank of China Tower

Designed by I. M. Pei and L.C Pei, the Bank of China Tower is one of the most recognisable skyscrapers in Admiralty, Hong Kong at 315 m (1,033.5 ft) high with two masts reaching 367.4 m (1,205.4 ft) high. It was the tallest building in Hong Kong and Asia from 1989 to 1992, and it was the first building outside North America to break the 305 m (1,000 ft) mark.

Reviewed By StLi2017 - Belgrade, Serbia

It’s outstanding tower of HongKong, you can see it through TV and films of HOng Kong, designated by famous architecture I.M. Pei, surrounds with delightful Feng Shui design, it’s interesting!

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