Historical Museum of Hong Kong

The Historical Museum is located near the Science Museum in Hong Kong. This is the newest museum of the city, it was founded in 2001 and meets modern world standards. The exposition of the museum tells the history of Hong Kong, from its emergence as a small fishing village to the moment when Hong Kong became the capital and modern metropolis. The museum hosts exhibitions dedicated to ethnic groups living in the modern city at different times. Ancient furniture, clothing and transport are exhibited here.

On the territory of the Historical Museum there are 10 cinemas, which regularly host film screenings, telling about the ethnic features of the region. There is a huge library of documentaries and videos dedicated to significant events in Hong Kong and China in general. One of the main attractions of the museum and a favorite part of the exposition of many tourists is the ancient street of Hong Kong, recreated under the roof of the Historical Museum. There are pawnshops and shops where you can buy tea and medicinal herbs.