Court of Final Appeal Building, Neoclassical judicial building in Central, Hong Kong.
The Court of Final Appeal Building is a neoclassical structure with granite walls and Ionic columns located on Jackson Road between Statue Square and Chater Garden. This three-story structure is crowned by a 2.7-meter-tall statue of Themis.
The building was completed in 1912 and initially served as the Supreme Court until 1983, when it transitioned to a new role. It housed the Legislative Council from 1985 to 2011 before becoming the Court of Final Appeal.
The building displays British architectural features, including a pediment decorated with the royal coat of arms flanked by lion and unicorn symbols. These emblems shape how the place looks and reflect the area's colonial past.
The site sits in the financial district between two public gardens and is easily accessible on foot when exploring central Hong Kong's main streets. The building can be viewed from outside and sits on a well-marked route with clear directions.
The building's foundation rests on Chinese fir tree trunks driven into reclaimed materials, creating a floating effect. This system is maintained by an underground water replenishment mechanism that keeps the structure stable.
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