Central Ordnance Munitions Depot

The Central Ordnance Munitions Depot is a former military facility in Hong Kong's Southern District containing twelve pairs of underground bunkers. These bunkers sit approximately 20 meters below ground and feature concrete walls about one meter thick designed for secure storage.

The facility was built in 1937 and served as a key defense position for the British military. It fell to Japanese forces on December 27, 1941, when the Allies were forced to surrender control of Hong Kong.

The site served as a military ammunition storage facility under British rule and played a key role in the colony's defense strategy. Visitors can still see how the layout and rooms were designed to handle weapons safely and efficiently.

The site now operates as Crown Wine Cellars and functions as a specialized storage facility with guided tours about its military past. Visitors should know that access is from ground level and the underground areas maintain cool and dry conditions.

The corridors were designed with specific layouts that helped reduce blast damage if ammunition ignited accidentally during storage operations. This specialized construction approach reflected the British engineers' focus on keeping soldiers and supplies safe.