Main Building of the University of Hong Kong

The Main Building of the University of Hong Kong features red brick walls, granite columns, and four corner towers framing a central clock tower from 1930. The structure follows a cross-shaped layout with courtyards, and inside are administrative offices, examination halls, and a central hall seating 450 people for ceremonies.

This building was constructed in 1912 and later served as a temporary hospital during the 1941 Japanese occupation when its roof materials were removed for fuel. The Loke Yew Hall inside hosted a significant speech by Dr. Sun Yat-sen in 1923 about how Hong Kong influenced his revolutionary thinking.

The name simply means the main structure where the university's heart beats, reflecting how central it has been since the institution was founded. Today visitors notice how students and staff naturally gather in the courtyards between classes and events.

The building is open for visitors to explore during the day, and the cross-shaped layout with four towers makes it easy to navigate. The courtyards offer shaded spots if you need a break while walking around the grounds.

The four courtyards contain palm trees that grew as the complex expanded over time, creating unexpected green spaces within the red brick structure. These quiet corners feel hidden away despite being in the middle of campus life.