Goddess of Democracy, Hong Kong

Name: Goddess of Democracy
Address: Hong Kong, China

#199 among attractions in Hong Kong

Monuments and statues

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Facts and practical information

Hong Kong's Goddess of Democracy is a 6.4-metre faux bronze statue sculpted by Chen Weiming, inspired by the original 10-metre tall Goddess of Democracy. The original foam and papier-mâché statue was erected by the Chinese pro-democracy movement in Tiananmen Square at the end of May 1989, and destroyed by soldiers clearing the protesters from Tiananmen square on June 4, 1989. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 2008 (16 years ago)Coordinates: 22°24'50"N, 114°12'36"E

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沙田区 (中文大学)Hong Kong China

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Day trips

Goddess of Democracy – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sha Tin Racecourse, Ma On Shan Promenade, Plaza Ascot, Tao Heung Foods of Mankind Museum.

1 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Horse track
Sha Tin Racecourse, Hong Kong
26 min walk • Sha Tin Racecourse is one of the two racecourses for horse racing in Hong Kong. It is located in Sha Tin in the New Territories. It is managed by Hong Kong Jockey Club. Penfold Park is encircled by the track, and the Hong Kong Sports Institute is located immediately south of the property.
1 miE
Park
Ma On Shan Promenade
25 min walk • Nestled along the shores of Tolo Harbour, Ma On Shan Promenade is a serene escape from the bustling city life of Hong Kong. This beautifully landscaped park stretches over 3.2 kilometers, offering a tranquil environment for leisurely walks, jogs, and family outings.
1.2 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Plaza Ascot, Hong Kong
31 min walk • Royal Ascot is a private residential development in Fo Tan, Sha Tin District, Hong Kong, located above the MTR Ho Tung Lau railway depot.
1.5 miSW
Museum
Tao Heung Foods of Mankind Museum, Hong Kong
39 min walk • Tao Heung Foods of Mankind Museum, formerly Foods of Mankind Museum, is the first 'foods of mankind' museum in Hong Kong. It is one of the few museums not run and funded by the government. It was housed in a two-floored building at 1 Lok Tin Street, On Lok Tsuen, Fanling, Hong Kong but closed in 2005 due to lack of funds.
1 miS
Park
Penfold Park, Hong Kong
26 min walk • Penfold Park is a public park managed by the Hong Kong Jockey Club in Sha Tin, Hong Kong. It is named after Major-General Bernard Penfold, the first general manager of the Jockey Club who was in office from 1972 to 1979.
~1090 ftNW
Library
Elisabeth Luce Moore Library
6 min walk • The Elisabeth Luce Moore Library, donated by the Henry Luce Foundation, was named after Mrs. Elisabeth Luce Moore. It is located in the Chung Chi College of the Chinese University of Hong Kong.
0.5 miNW
Universities and schools
Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
13 min walk • The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a public research university in Shatin, Hong Kong, formally established in 1963 by a charter granted by the Legislative Council of Hong Kong.
1.2 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Chung On Shopping Centre, Hong Kong
32 min walk • Chung On Shopping Centre is a shopping centre located in Chung On Estate, Ma On Shan, Shatin, New Territories, which was completed in 1996. The shopping mall mainly serves the daily needs of the residents of Chung On Estate and the nearby Kam Fung...
1.3 miNW
Hill
Kau To Shan
34 min walk • Kau To Shan, also known as Cove Hill, is a 399 metres tall mountain located in Sha Tin District, in Hong Kong's New Territories.
1.3 miSW
Tower
Radiant Towers
34 min walk • Radiant Towers is a private housing estate in Po Lam, Tseung Kwan O, New Territories, Hong Kong, developed by Hong Kong Housing Society. The estate is one of the Society's Sandwich Class Housing Scheme projects converted to private developments.
1.3 miS
Hiking, Hiking trail
Tate's Cairn Highway, Hong Kong
33 min walk • Tate's Cairn Highway, opened on 26 June 1991, is a dual 3-lane expressway in Hong Kong. It links Tate's Cairn Tunnel and Ma Liu Shui Interchange, forming a part of Route 2.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Goddess of Democracy?

Nearby attractions include Ma Liu Shui, Hong Kong (6 min walk), Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong (13 min walk).

How to get to Goddess of Democracy by public transport?

The nearest stations to Goddess of Democracy:

Metro

University • Lines: Eal (1 min walk)
Tai Shui Hang • Lines: Tml (23 min walk)

Bus

University MTR Station Piazza • Lines: 3 (1 min walk)
University Station • Lines: 1A, 1B, 263A, 272K, 4, 8, 807A, 807C, 807K, 807S, 807X, 99R, A47X (3 min walk)

Ferry

Ma Liu Shui Landing Steps No. 3 • Lines: 吉澳→馬料水 Kat O→Ma Liu Shui, 荔枝窩→馬料水 Lai Chi Wo→Ma Liu Shui, 馬料水→吉澳 Ma Liu Shui→Kat O, 馬料水→荔枝窩 Ma Liu Shui→Lai Chi Wo (9 min walk)
Ma Liu Shui Pier • Lines: 塔門→馬料水 Tap Mun→Ma Liu Shu, 東平洲→馬料水 Tung Ping Chau→Ma Liu Sh, 馬料水→塔門 Ma Liu Shu→Tap Mun, 馬料水→東平洲 Ma Liu Shui→Tung Ping Ch, 馬料水→黃石 Ma Liu Shu→Wong Shek, 黃石→馬料水 Wong Shek→Ma Liu Shu (10 min walk)