[One-day tour of the city] [One-day tour of Sham Shui Po Reservoir] Historical buildings and cultural attractions, let you learn more about the history of Hong Kong's water supply

#citydaytour #100travelways #trip A one-day tour of the former Sham Shui Po Reservoir. Arrive at Sham Shui Po early in the morning, depart from Exit A of Shek Kip Mei MTR Station, walk along Shek Kip Mei Street to Berwick Street, and then start to climb Bishop Hill. This journey takes about 15 minutes, and there are narrow mountain roads and stairs along the way, which requires a certain amount of physical strength. It is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes and bring plenty of drinking water. 🔆Reservoir Visit The former Sham Shui Po Reservoir is located on the top of Bishop Hill and is a century-old building. This service reservoir was built in 1904 and was once an important part of Kowloon's water supply system. The interior of the water service reservoir combines traditional European-style granite columns with imitation Roman red brick arches. The neatly arranged granite columns support the concrete ceiling, creating a solemn and stable atmosphere. When visiting, you can admire the classical architectural aesthetics of the interior of the service reservoir, with the yellowish lighting highlighting its sense of history. The guided tour will give a detailed introduction to the historical background and architectural features of the service reservoir, allowing visitors to gain an in-depth understanding of this chapter in Hong Kong’s water supply history. 🔆Lunch After visiting the water service reservoir, you can go to the nearby Sham Shui Po area to enjoy lunch. Sham Shui Po is famous for its rich local cuisine. Why not try authentic Hong Kong-style snacks such as fish ball noodles, siu mai and egg waffles? There are also many specialty restaurants and cafes here, offering a wide variety of food options. Afternoon After lunch, you can continue exploring the Sham Shui Po area. There are many old factories and tenement buildings full of history here, which carry the life memories of Hong Kong citizens. You can visit the YHA Mei Ho House Youth Hostel to experience the life in Hong Kong public housing estates from the 1950s to the 1970s. Friends who love art can head to the Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre, which provides a venue for artists to give full play to their creativity, as well as a theatre, tea house and handicraft boutique that will keep you entertained. The former Sham Shui Po Service Reservoir is not only a historic building, but also an important place for people to understand the history of water supply in Hong Kong. Visiting here, you can not only appreciate the aesthetics of classical architecture, but also gain a deeper understanding of Hong Kong's history. The rich food and cultural attractions in Sham Shui Po district make this day trip more fulfilling and interesting. 📍Address: The former Sham Shui Po service reservoir is located at Bishop Hill, Shek Kip Mei, Kowloon