Statue Square
Statue Square
3.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Neighbourhood: Hong Kong Island
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- Wan Chai • 4 min walk
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom11,688 contributions
May 2021
Surprisingly, there are not many statues in Statue Square. There used to be more. Today, there is only a single, unexceptional bronze statue of Sir Thomas Jackson, of HSBC bank. He is standing all alone, probably wondering where everyone else went?
Originally called Royal Square, the space was dedicated to the British royalty. A statue of Queen Victoria sitting under a domed shrine was erected in 1896 to commemorate her Golden Jubilee. Over time, statues of Edward VII, Queen Alexandra, the Duke of Connaught, George V and Queen Mary were added. It was intended as a powerful display of imperial power and glory.
When the Japanese invaded and occupied Hong Kong during WWII (1941-45), they immediately ripped them out, sending the stark and brutal message that this was now Japanese territory and under Japanese authority and power. The statues were mostly sent to Japan to be melted down for munitions. Queen Victoria was somehow saved and was later relocated to Victoria Park in Causeway Bay. Thomas Jackson was reinstalled in his original position, although facing in a new direction
Even without the statues, it is an interesting square to walk through. From here you can see many of Hong Kong’s most significant buildings, including the old colonial Supreme Court and Cenotaph. Across the road are Norman Foster’s HSBC building, the old Bank of China and the fabulous new Bank of China Tower.
Originally called Royal Square, the space was dedicated to the British royalty. A statue of Queen Victoria sitting under a domed shrine was erected in 1896 to commemorate her Golden Jubilee. Over time, statues of Edward VII, Queen Alexandra, the Duke of Connaught, George V and Queen Mary were added. It was intended as a powerful display of imperial power and glory.
When the Japanese invaded and occupied Hong Kong during WWII (1941-45), they immediately ripped them out, sending the stark and brutal message that this was now Japanese territory and under Japanese authority and power. The statues were mostly sent to Japan to be melted down for munitions. Queen Victoria was somehow saved and was later relocated to Victoria Park in Causeway Bay. Thomas Jackson was reinstalled in his original position, although facing in a new direction
Even without the statues, it is an interesting square to walk through. From here you can see many of Hong Kong’s most significant buildings, including the old colonial Supreme Court and Cenotaph. Across the road are Norman Foster’s HSBC building, the old Bank of China and the fabulous new Bank of China Tower.
Written 10 May 2021
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TheOExpress🏴🇭🇰
Hong Kong, China6,088 contributions
Jan 2021 • Couples
...which is situated right by the Cenotaph, the HSBC building and the Mandarin Oriental hotel. In the form of a beautiful old courthouse, it also has one of the very few grand colonial buildings left in HK just next to it, providing an interesting contrast with the skyscrapers all around. VERY busy on weekends (Sundays especially) but otherwise it’s usually relatively peaceful.
Written 26 January 2021
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Brad
Hong Kong, China178,356 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
Statue Square is has a peculiar history in Central district. It situated next to the historic Court of Final Appeals building. The square was constructed in second half of the 18th-century upon reclaimed land and was the location of several statues of important British figures during the early colonial times until the Japanese occupation during WWII. At that time the statues were removed.
After the war, the statue of Sir Thomas Jackson was returned to Statue Square. However, the Queen Victoria monument was moved to Victoria Park in Causeway Bay and the two HSBC lions, Stephen and Stitt, where placed in front of the bank nearby where you can see them today. Sadly, the bronze statue of George V was lost and not replaced.
The Cenotaph monument is technically located at Statue Square as well but is across th street on the other side of the LegCo building. These are both worth seeing while visiting this area of Central District as well.
Otherwise, today you will see two contemporary and abstract fountain pools at Statue Square and if you visit on Sundays, you'll find the square filled with Filipino helpers who congregate here in great numbers during their day off each week.
Note: During some years, the Hong Kong Winter Fest has used Statue Square to host Christmas fair and themed decorations. This has been nice to see in the past.
After the war, the statue of Sir Thomas Jackson was returned to Statue Square. However, the Queen Victoria monument was moved to Victoria Park in Causeway Bay and the two HSBC lions, Stephen and Stitt, where placed in front of the bank nearby where you can see them today. Sadly, the bronze statue of George V was lost and not replaced.
The Cenotaph monument is technically located at Statue Square as well but is across th street on the other side of the LegCo building. These are both worth seeing while visiting this area of Central District as well.
Otherwise, today you will see two contemporary and abstract fountain pools at Statue Square and if you visit on Sundays, you'll find the square filled with Filipino helpers who congregate here in great numbers during their day off each week.
Note: During some years, the Hong Kong Winter Fest has used Statue Square to host Christmas fair and themed decorations. This has been nice to see in the past.
Written 31 March 2019
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DomoHK
Hong Kong, China143 contributions
Aug 2018 • Solo
There is a bit of history here after seeing old photos, but what was then and now is completely different. A statue of Queen Victoria was once here but that has been relocated to Tin Hau. Unless you are really in the area I wouldn't go out of your way just to see it.
It is usually full of business people having a snack outside.
Never go there on a Sunday, because it is usually the maids day off and it is very packed.
It is usually full of business people having a snack outside.
Never go there on a Sunday, because it is usually the maids day off and it is very packed.
Written 23 September 2018
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Deror
Tel Aviv303 contributions
Aug 2013 • Friends
Statues Square is a lovely square at the middle of the hassle and bustle of the central area of Hong Kong.
It is located across the street from the HSBC building and the Bank of China Tower, and near the exit of Central MTR station. When going to see the Peak Tram, it is easy to pass through these locations and view them as well.
Don't miss the two HSBC lion statues across the street – Stephen and Stit, named after the bank managers in the 1920's and located in front of the building since that period.
10 minutes is enough to see the HSBC building and lions, and 10 more are enough for Statue's Square, though one can sit longer at the square, and enjoy the shade, the free wifi and the fountains.
It is located across the street from the HSBC building and the Bank of China Tower, and near the exit of Central MTR station. When going to see the Peak Tram, it is easy to pass through these locations and view them as well.
Don't miss the two HSBC lion statues across the street – Stephen and Stit, named after the bank managers in the 1920's and located in front of the building since that period.
10 minutes is enough to see the HSBC building and lions, and 10 more are enough for Statue's Square, though one can sit longer at the square, and enjoy the shade, the free wifi and the fountains.
Written 17 August 2013
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Brad
Hong Kong, China178,356 contributions
Dec 2012 • Couples
Probably five years ago or so the Christmas displays held at Statue Square were interesting and fun to visit. We remember a Christmas village they had here once that was very nice. But those years have passed and now it seems the nicer WinterFest Christmas events and displays are held indoors in the nearby shopping malls like IFC, Landmark and elsewhere around HK Island while displays here are seemingly more minimal and modest with each passing year.
We were quite interested when we learned that Tiffany and Co. would be the sponsor of the Statue Square WinterFest displays, figuring this might help spruce it up the displays this year. We were wrong. The displays are on the moderate end again and just seem to lack effort and care needed to create something more unique, interesting to see and enjoyable.
If you visit you will find a small ferris wheel, a series of normal sized Christmas trees followed by a large Christmas tree that might look decent at nighttime when lit up but in the day it looked a bit modest and plain compared to what you can see in the nearby malls. Lastly, there are several small outdoor constructed rooms, one where children can make a tree decoration and other when you can have your picture siting on a Tiffany chair next to a tree. That is it, 5 minutes to look-see and then move on.
Overall, we found the Statue Square WinterFest arrangement rather uninviting again this year, much preferring what the displays found in the nearby IFC and Landmark shopping malls as well as what is on offer at the Pacific Place in Admiralty. There is a fun Lego display at Times Square a bit further down the road in Causeway Bay as well. These are all more enjoyable than what we found at Statue Square this year. We'd recommend seeking them out first if you are interested in seeing Christmas decorations or enjoying the Hong Kong WinterFest attractions.
We were quite interested when we learned that Tiffany and Co. would be the sponsor of the Statue Square WinterFest displays, figuring this might help spruce it up the displays this year. We were wrong. The displays are on the moderate end again and just seem to lack effort and care needed to create something more unique, interesting to see and enjoyable.
If you visit you will find a small ferris wheel, a series of normal sized Christmas trees followed by a large Christmas tree that might look decent at nighttime when lit up but in the day it looked a bit modest and plain compared to what you can see in the nearby malls. Lastly, there are several small outdoor constructed rooms, one where children can make a tree decoration and other when you can have your picture siting on a Tiffany chair next to a tree. That is it, 5 minutes to look-see and then move on.
Overall, we found the Statue Square WinterFest arrangement rather uninviting again this year, much preferring what the displays found in the nearby IFC and Landmark shopping malls as well as what is on offer at the Pacific Place in Admiralty. There is a fun Lego display at Times Square a bit further down the road in Causeway Bay as well. These are all more enjoyable than what we found at Statue Square this year. We'd recommend seeking them out first if you are interested in seeing Christmas decorations or enjoying the Hong Kong WinterFest attractions.
Written 2 December 2012
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Jeffrey Wai
Singapore, Singapore89 contributions
Jan 2018 • Solo
Nice cool shady place to rest after walking around Central.
Good location to take some photos. Old colonial buildings and modern skyscraper.
Located at Exit K of Central MTR.
Good location to take some photos. Old colonial buildings and modern skyscraper.
Located at Exit K of Central MTR.
Written 18 January 2018
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SagaloutsTour
Gerrards Cross, UK1,147 contributions
Oct 2017
Although if on a walking tour of the area I would say tick it off your list, but don't go expecting statues, there is only 1. However it is a lovely garden area where locals seem to meet to sell there old clothes etc, sit and eat and put the world to rights. There are lots of interesting buildings surrounding it.
Written 6 October 2017
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anitawin88
Hong Kong, China95 contributions
Mar 2017 • Family
It is a small garden located in the middle of Central. It is just above the Central MTR station so that it is quite convenient. It is also a great place for lunch or taking a rest.
Written 19 September 2017
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Brad
Hong Kong, China178,356 contributions
June 2012 • Couples
Queen Square is more commonly known as Statue Square and can be found in the Central district in Hong Kong. This location played an more important role in the past. The statues that were on this sight were removed during the Japanese Occupation in the 1940s and the place was never really the same afterwards. It is the former sight of some nice statues, including one of Queen Victoria, which was relocated to present day Victoria Park after the war, where it remains to this day.
These days, Queen Square is best used for taking a break to rest your feet if you've been walking around much during the day. It is also very popular for the locals maids who are able to make good use of this space to gather and meet with their friends during weekend free time. There is a a bit of a Christmas fair that takes place here each year, helping to make good use of this space during the holiday season.
Otherwise, there is very little tourism value in this particular location and not much reason for most visitors to seek out to spend time when visiting Hong Kong. Would be best to invest your limited time and money on more interesting attractions and areas on Hong Kong Island.
These days, Queen Square is best used for taking a break to rest your feet if you've been walking around much during the day. It is also very popular for the locals maids who are able to make good use of this space to gather and meet with their friends during weekend free time. There is a a bit of a Christmas fair that takes place here each year, helping to make good use of this space during the holiday season.
Otherwise, there is very little tourism value in this particular location and not much reason for most visitors to seek out to spend time when visiting Hong Kong. Would be best to invest your limited time and money on more interesting attractions and areas on Hong Kong Island.
Written 12 November 2012
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These are mostly Philipino maids working here in HK and they gather in this area on Sundays. They are almost everywhere in HK on Sundays so you need to plan accordingly your site seeing points.
Written 28 May 2017
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