Victoria, Former colonial settlement in Hong Kong Island, China
Victoria is a settlement extending along the northern coast of Hong Kong Island, with mixed neighborhoods, business districts, and residential areas stretching from the waterfront up into hilly terrain. The region blends older streets with modern high-rises, showing different layers of urban life.
The British founded Victoria as their main settlement on Hong Kong Island after signing the Treaty of Nanking in 1842. Since then, the area has grown from a small colonial outpost into one of Asia's largest urban centers.
The name Victoria comes from Queen Victoria and still shapes how this part of the city sees itself today. Street names and public spaces continue to reflect this naming through monuments and historic buildings you can see when walking around.
The area is easy to reach with several public transportation options, including a famous tram network and ferries from various waterfront points. It helps to wear sturdy shoes since the steep slopes often require walking on foot.
Six boundary stones from the early 1900s still mark the original city limits and show how the settlement was once planned. These stones stand as quiet witnesses to how much the area has grown since then.
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