Can a pier have three lives? The Blake Pier at Stanley can. This isn’t the pier’s original location. The Blake Pier at Stanley has had a fascinating journey, a bit like a well-traveled guest. Its story begins in Central, where it was known as Blake Pier, Central. It was named after Sir Henry Arthur Blake, the twelfth governor of Hong Kong. Imagine the hustle and bustle of early 20th-century Hong Kong. The Blake Pier was a vital hub, the landing point for dignitaries and governors. Its elegant Edwardian-style iron and steel roof sheltered travelers from the elements. But progress, as it often does, marched on. The Central Reclamation Phase 1 project led to the pier’s dismantling. Its distinctive roof, however, was saved. It was transported across the harbor to Morse Park, nestled between Wong Tai Sin and Lok Fu in Kowloon. There, it served as the cover for an open-air oval theatre, a new chapter in its life. Then, in 2006, the roof embarked on another journey. It was carefully dismantled, piece by piece, and brought here, to Stanley. Reassembled next to the historic Murray House, the Blake Pier at Stanley was reborn. It was officially recommissioned on July 31, 2007. Today, the Blake Pier at Stanley isn’t just a historical landmark. It’s a working pier, a gateway to Po Toi Island. The Tsui Wah Ferry operates a kai-to route between Aberdeen and Po Toi, stopping right here at the Blake Pier. So, as you stand here, admiring this elegant structure, remember its remarkable journey. From Central to Kowloon and finally to Stanley, the Blake Pier at Stanley stands as a testament to Hong Kong’s ever-evolving landscape and its commitment to preserving its heritage.
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