Nathan Road, Arterial road in Yau Tsim Mong District, Hong Kong.
Nathan Road is a major traffic artery running through Kowloon, connecting Tsim Sha Tsui in the south to Sham Shui Po in the north. The street is lined continuously with shops, restaurants, and offices that form the backbone of commerce in this part of the city.
The street began in 1861 as Robinson Road and was renamed in 1909 to honor Sir Matthew Nathan, the thirteenth governor of Hong Kong. This change reflects how the road became a symbol of British administration as the city expanded.
The street hosts many markets, especially the Temple Street Night Market, where traders sell local goods, food, and electronics to crowds of shoppers. These bustling spaces show the trading customs that have shaped the neighborhood for generations.
Five underground train stations sit beneath this street and provide access to different sections of the route. Finding your way is straightforward since the road runs in a direct line and stations are clearly marked.
This street was the first road built in Kowloon after the territory was handed over by the Qing dynasty to Britain, marking its role as a gateway to modern development in the region. Its straight layout was a deliberate choice of British urban design.
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