St Joseph's Chapel in Yim Tin Tsai, Catholic chapel in Sai Kung District, Hong Kong
St Joseph's Chapel stands on Yim Tin Tsai island with red and white altar, stained glass windows, and Romanesque architectural features.
The chapel, constructed in 1890, supported religious activities for Hakka villagers who migrated from Shenzhen and settled on the island during the 19th century.
This Grade II historic building represents the conversion of Hakka villagers to Catholicism, marking a shift in the island's religious identity.
The chapel opens to visitors who can access it through a 15-minute ferry ride from Sai Kung Town, operating Tuesday through Sunday.
The chapel received the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Award for Cultural Heritage Conservation in 2005 following extensive restoration work.
Location: Sai Kung District
Location: Hong Kong
Inception: 1890
GPS coordinates: 22.37746,114.30168
Latest update: March 10, 2025 14:15
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