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Gazing at the gentle curve of Ma Tau Wan, can you hear the whispers of history? This bay, once known as Koo Tau Wan, holds tales as deep as its waters. Ma Tau Wan, nestled in Kowloon City District, wasn’t always the urban landscape you see today. It began as a walled village, a “Wai,” tucked between what is now Argyle Street and Prince Edward Road West. Imagine the sturdy walls, protecting the villagers from outside threats. The heart of Ma Tau Wai, the original village, has been swallowed by the city. Its geographical boundaries blurred beneath concrete and steel. Yet, its spirit echoes in the name of the Ma Tau Wai Estate, a modern housing complex standing as a testament to the past. Ma Tau Wan’s legacy extends beyond housing. Within this area, you’ll find Notre Dame College, a prominent educational institution. The former grounds of New Asia College, a founding college of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, also resided near Ma Tau Wan, on Tin Kwong Road and Farm Road. After the college relocated, New Asia Middle School sprang up on its former site, continuing a tradition of learning. While the physical village may be gone, Ma Tau Wan’s name and its history continue to shape the community, a quiet reminder of a vibrant past nestled within the bustling present.

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