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All Hong Kong Kowloon Un Chau Estate Flower Tunnel

Un Chau Estate Flower Tunnel

In Hong Kong, a fairytale flower tunnel is hidden within the gardens of a public housing complex.

Kowloon, Hong Kong

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Every spring, a magical flower tunnel blossoms within an easily over-looked public housing complex. It's a fleeting, hidden gem concealed among the crowded buildings of Hong Kong. 

Like a secret garden, the tunnel is covered in vibrant Bougainvillea. Come Spring, the tunnel blooms with a ceiling of pink leaves and tiny white flowers growing along the vines that snake over the walkway. The effect is absolutely enchanting.

Walking through the tunnel is like entering a secluded, floral oasis worthy of a fairytale. It instantly makes you feel as though you’ve left the bustle of the city behind and entered a veritable wonderland of nature. The flowers only show up during the Spring, between March and April, adding an extra sense of ephemeral wonder to the experience.

The flower tunnel is part of the Housing Department’s plan to add more green spaces to public housing developments throughout Hong Kong. These fleeting springtime wonders, as well as the year-round pockets of greenery, are meant to provide relaxation and also help reduce heat and pollution in the city.

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Getting to Un Chau Estate is easy. Take exit C2 at the Cheung Sha Wan MTR station, and you'll get out directly at the Un Chau Estate. The flower tunnel is right at the estate’s entrance, and can't be missed. Travelers should note that the flower tunnel is a popular destination with photographers so it's advised to go early and skip the crowds. 

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Un Chau Estate Flower Tunnel
500 Cheung Sha Wan Rd
Kowloon
Hong Kong
22.335828, 114.155947
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