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A new peak of Hong Kong
23 March 2006
Hong Kong's Peak Tower is approaching the end of its 'revitalisation' period and will shortly reopen to tourists.
Located on The Peak, Hong Kong's most popular tourist destination, Peak Tower, had attracted six million visitors every year before it was closed last summer for the 12-month renovation period.
Instead of the old fifth-floor viewing platform, the new look Peak Tower offers a 360 degree view of Hong Kong harbour from a unique, wok-shaped viewing area on the Tower's roof.
It is hoped that the landmark will be transformed into a fashionable destination in its own right.
"We are confident that by investing substantial funds in The Peak Tower, it will maintain its position as a great destination and be able to meet the future needs and expectations of our visitors," said Clement Wok, chief executive of Hong Kong and Shanghai Hotels, who own the building.
The old viewing platform is due to become a 'themed dining area' while other floors will feature new retail shops and a 'festival market'.
Peak Tower is 396 metres high and can be reached on Hong Kong's oldest mode of public transport, the Peak Tram, in only seven minutes.
Over HK$100 million will have been spent on the revitalisation programme by its completion due by late June this year.
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Located on The Peak, Hong Kong's most popular tourist destination, Peak Tower, had attracted six million visitors every year before it was closed last summer for the 12-month renovation period.
Instead of the old fifth-floor viewing platform, the new look Peak Tower offers a 360 degree view of Hong Kong harbour from a unique, wok-shaped viewing area on the Tower's roof.
It is hoped that the landmark will be transformed into a fashionable destination in its own right.
"We are confident that by investing substantial funds in The Peak Tower, it will maintain its position as a great destination and be able to meet the future needs and expectations of our visitors," said Clement Wok, chief executive of Hong Kong and Shanghai Hotels, who own the building.
The old viewing platform is due to become a 'themed dining area' while other floors will feature new retail shops and a 'festival market'.
Peak Tower is 396 metres high and can be reached on Hong Kong's oldest mode of public transport, the Peak Tram, in only seven minutes.
Over HK$100 million will have been spent on the revitalisation programme by its completion due by late June this year.
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