Historical Sites on Cheung Chau Preview

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Yuk Hui Temple

Yuk Hui Temple in Cheung Chau, also known as Pak Tai Temple, is a famous ancient temple. It is a Grade I historical building. In the past, people worship Pak Tai to express their gratitude for blessing them get away from the diseases and danger in the sea.

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Cheung Chau Cinema

Cheung Chau Cinema is a place of leisure and entertainment for Cheung Chau citizens. It is a Grade III historical building. It played both Chinese and western soundless films, which was an important entertainment in that time. However, it closed down in the 1990s and will be redeveloped to a restaurant and shopping centre.

3

St John Hospital

St John Hospital is the only 24 hours operating public hospital on Cheung Chau, providing western medicine treatments. It is a Grade III historical building. It was a nursery to take care of children during the Japanese occupation period.

4

Cheung Chau Rock Craving

Cheung Chau Rock Craving is one of the eight ancient rock cravings in Hong Kong. It is listed as declared monuments. It is believed to be carved in the 14th century by ancient fishermen hoping for good weather and safe trips.

5

Cheung Chau Government Secondary School

The old block of Cheung Chau Government Secondary School is still in use, so it is currently not open to the public. It is a Grade II historical building. It is used as the Japanese Army’s Headquarter during the Japanese occupation period.

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Cheung Chau Fong PIn Hospital

Cheung Chau Fong Pin Hospital is now in ruins and surrounded by fences. It is a Grade III historical building. It is a place for refugees or underprivileged to stay, where they could also have their dead bodies buried.