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Kowloon Walled City Park, Hong Kong

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Visit the garrison that became known for crime and debauchery at Kowloon Walled City Park. The attraction occupies the site of the former Kowloon Walled City, a unique peninsula garrison that remained under China's jurisdiction until Hong Kong was ceded to Britain. In 1899 Chinese troops were forced to vacate, leaving the garrison a lawless enclave that became a safe haven for criminals, prostitutes, gangs, and drugs lords hidden in a network of dark alleyways. Eventually, the 30,000 residents were relocated and the grounds reclaimed for a park. A model of the slum's illegally constructed network of buildings can be seen at the park today, surrounded by reclaimed natural beauty amid a peaceful atmosphere. Kowloon Walled City Park is just one of the many highlights you can arrange to see using our , custom trip planner Edition.

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• By jenkle89

  A beautiful little park to visit in Hong Kong, with its pavillions, ponds and flowers. Was really interesting to learn about its history, once being a self governed high rise shanty town houisng over....  more »

• By hotelmotelmathan

  I came here because I studied urban planning and have been fascinated by Kowloon Walled City for years - for those who don't know it was the site of an infamous slum enclave and the most densely...  more »

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• By Madeline See

  It is a great park that has lots of greenery and interesting historical exhibitions of the Walled City. There are several exhibitions that showcase the lives of the residents as well as the living conditions. Going to this park really gave me insight and allowed me to understand more about the Walled City.

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• By kris

  a good historic place to visit. it is quite large with lots of greenery. the guided tours are very informative

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