Museum of Ethnology, Ethnological museum in Tai Po District, Hong Kong
The Museum of Ethnology features traditional costumes, tools, and everyday objects reflecting the daily lives of different Chinese ethnic communities.
Established in 1975, the museum has collected over 170,000 historical objects ranging from philatelic items to commercial letters from South China.
The exhibits display artifacts and materials that document customs, traditions, and practices of ethnic groups throughout China and Hong Kong.
The museum location allows easy access from Tai Po Market MTR station, with guided tours available for deeper understanding of the collections.
The collection includes rescued items from dustbins, such as old account books and business letters, preserving fragments of commercial history.
GPS coordinates: 22.43611,114.18889
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:19
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