Although there are many fashionable high-rise buildings in Hong Kong, there are also many old buildings, and most of them are hidden in the streets. Over the years, these old buildings have evolved into a variety of new looks. As for the place that
HongKongFootprint.com wants to visit this time, it is one of the old buildings in Hong Kong that retains the architectural features of the past.
The "Blue House" named after the color of the exterior wall adds another bright color to the busy Wan Chai, Hong Kong. The "Blue House" was not originally blue, but it was found that only blue paint was left when repairing it in the early years. With no other choice, the entire building's exterior walls were painted blue, and it became a "Blue House".
The "Blue House" has a history of more than hundred years and has been rated as a Grade I Historic Building in Hong Kong. The entire building retains the architectural features of the past, whether it is wooden steps, balconies and internal structures, which are rarely seen in today's Hong Kong and are definitely worth preserving.
The four-storey "Blue House" was originally used as a hospital. Until the hospital was closed, it was converted into a temple. Then in 1950, it was changed to open martial arts halls and clinics. Today, it has become a place for upper and lower bunks. In addition to housing, there are restaurants and shops, as well as a nostalgic exhibition hall.
In the exhibition hall of the "Blue House", a series of household items collected during the renovation project are displayed. While appreciating these objects, visitors can get to know the living environment of different ages and the life of residents of different classes. The pavilion here adopts an open design, and visitors can enter for free without buying tickets.
In fact, in addition to the "Blue House", there are also "Yellow House" and "Orange House" adjacent to it. Compared with the "Blue House", the "Yellow House" is relatively common and is only rated as a Grade III historical building in Hong Kong. As for the "Orange House", it was once used as a place for wood storage. "Yellow House" and "Orange House" are both named because of the color of the old exterior walls.
The bright and eye-catching exterior wall colors make it a very special attraction. The unforgettable exterior wall color attracts a lot of visitors every year, leaving a beautiful image in front of this old building, which has become a good place to take pictures over time.
If you want to visit here, it is recommended to take the MTR to Wan Chai Station and leave at Exit A3. Afterwards, walk along Tai Yuen Street to Queen's Road East, and then walk from Queen's Road East to Stone Nullah Lane to reach it.
Location: The Blue House
Address: 74 Stone Nullah Lane, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
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