STANLEY

In 1935, the Maryknoll Mission established the Maryknoll House. In the 1970's it was converted into a convention centre and retreats.

Kwan Yam Temple contains a giant statue of goddness of mercy facing seaward.

Kwan Yam is acknowledged in both Taoism and Buddhism in China.In addition, fruits offerings are made to her by women who wish to have children, travelers who seek a safe journey or farmers who pray for good crop. She is a very popular deity in Chinese Culture.

Stanley is home to many luxurious villas.

The Murray House was originally situated in Central district. It was demolished in year 1982 to make way to the actual Bank of China. The Murray House was dismantled piece by piece and moved to Stanley where it was rebuilt. It was done in year 2000 and is now a mall with many worldwide restaurants.

It now also houses the Hong Kong Maritime Museum and a number of restaurants.

The beautiful Tin Hau Temple in Stanley was first built in year 1767.

Tin Hau is the Goddess of the Sea and protector of fishermen.

On the birthday of Tin Hau, there are celebrations and Chinese opera performances.

The phoenix of Chinese legend is a symbol of heaven's favour, virtue and grace, luck and happiness.

Spirit guardians are either painted or carved on temple doors. They are normally shown as fierce, heavily armed soldiers holding a long-handled axe or sword and standing in a threatening pose. They stay on watch guarding against demons.