Sai Wan Ho, Residential neighborhood in Eastern District, Hong Kong.
Sai Wan Ho is a residential neighborhood in Eastern District that stretches from Taikoo Shing Road to the Shau Kei Wan tram depot. Victoria Harbour borders it to the north, while mountains rise to the south.
The neighborhood grew from a small settlement in the early 1900s into a working community built around the Taikoo Dockyard operations. This industrial past shaped the area for many decades.
The Film Archive here screens classic movies and rotating exhibitions about local cinema, reflecting how movies shaped life in the city. Visitors can explore how filmmaking became an important part of the community's identity.
The area is easily reached by MTR Island Line, buses, and tram services that connect to other parts of the city. You will find shops, restaurants, and public facilities throughout the neighborhood.
Tai On Building, built in 1909, still houses food vendors and small shops today, showing how older structures adapt to modern needs. It stands as a rare example of preserved early architecture in the area.
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