Victoria Prison, Declared monument in Central and Western District, Hong Kong.
Victoria Prison consists of multiple buildings made of granite and brick, featuring cells, dormitories, special units, and hospital facilities within its walls.
The prison, completed in 1842, holds the distinction of being the first western building constructed with permanent materials in Hong Kong's history.
The site has transformed from a correctional facility into Tai Kwun, a destination that maintains its architectural heritage while serving modern cultural purposes.
Visitors can participate in guided tours of the former prison complex to learn about Hong Kong's law enforcement and correctional system development.
Vietnamese revolutionary Ho Chi Minh spent time as an inmate at Victoria Prison between 1931 and 1933 during the colonial period.
Location: Central and Western District
Inception: 1841
GPS coordinates: 22.28110,114.15400
Latest update: May 27, 2025 14:03
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