Sai Wan War Cemetery, Hong Kong

Name: Sai Wan War Cemetery
Address: Cape Collinson Road , Chai Wan, Hong Kong, China

#255 among attractions in Hong Kong

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Sai Wan War Cemetery is a military cemetery located in Chai Wan, Hong Kong which was built in 1946. The cemetery was created to commemorate soldiers of Hong Kong Garrison who perished during the Second World War. The cemetery also contains 12 World War I burials. A total of 1,528 soldiers, mainly from the Commonwealth, are commemorated here. Most of the remaining burials are located at the Stanley Military Cemetery. ()

Local name: 西灣國殤紀念墳場 Unveiled: 1946Coordinates: 22°15'34"N, 114°14'6"E

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Cape Collinson Road , Chai Wan东区 (柴灣)Hong Kong China

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Sai Wan War Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Heng Fa Chuen, Chai Wan Mosque, Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Sai Wan Shan.

1.3 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Heng Fa Chuen, Hong Kong
33 min walk • Heng Fa Chuen is a private housing estate in Chai Wan, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, jointly developed by MTR Corporation and Heng Fa Chuen Development. It is located on the waterfront and offers views of the Tathong Channel. Heng Fa Chuen lies within the Eastern District.
~660 ftW
Mosque
Chai Wan Mosque, Hong Kong
4 min walk • The Chai Wan Mosque or Cape Collinson Mosque is a mosque in Chai Wan, Hong Kong, China. It is the fifth mosque built in Hong Kong.
~710 ftE
Cemetery
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Hong Kong
4 min walk • Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery is a private cemetery located in Cape Collinson, on Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong. It is managed by The Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong. The cemetery was completed and opened in 1960.
0.9 miN
Hill
Sai Wan Shan, Hong Kong
23 min walk • Sai Wan Shan is a hill in northern Hong Kong Island. It has a height of 197 metres above sea level. The hill is the site of former military installations used by the British Colonial administration.
~1190 ftSW
Cemetery
Hong Kong Buddhist Cemetery, Hong Kong
6 min walk • Hong Kong Buddhist Cemetery is a private cemetery located in Cape Collinson, on Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong. It is managed by The Hong Kong Buddhist Association. The cemetery was completed and opened in 1963.
~1780 ftN
Museum, History museum
Law Uk Folk Museum, Hong Kong
9 min walk • Law Uk is a former Hakka village house in Chai Wan, Hong Kong. Named after the surname of the family who lived in the house, it was built in the mid-18th century during the Qing Dynasty, about 90 years before the British took possession of Hong Kong Island.
1.2 miN
Temple
Kwan Tai temples in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
32 min walk • There are several Kwan Tai Temples in Hong Kong. Lord Guan is worshiped in these temples. Hip Tin Temples are also dedicated to Lord Guan. Man Mo Temples are jointly dedicated to Man Tai and Kwan Tai. Note 1: A territory-wide grade reassessment of historic buildings is ongoing. The grades listed in the table are based on this update.
1.2 miSE
Hill
Pottinger Peak, Hong Kong
30 min walk • Pottinger Peak is a mountain on the eastern side of Hong Kong Island. It is located south of Chai Wan and Siu Sai Wan and north of Big Wave Bay.
0.6 miN
Park
Chai Wan Park, Hong Kong
15 min walk • Chai Wan Park is one of the largest parks in Hong Kong. Located in Chai Wan of Hong Kong near Chai Wan station, it occupies 6.55 hectares.
1.2 miSE
Beach, Outdoor activities, Park
Big Wave Bay Beach, Hong Kong
30 min walk • Big Wave Bay Beach is a gazetted beach next to Big Wave Bay, Shek O, Southern District, Hong Kong. The beach has barbecue pits and is managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department of the Hong Kong Government.
1.1 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Mount Parker, Hong Kong
28 min walk • Mount Parker is the second-highest peak on Hong Kong Island, after Victoria Peak. It is the 40th highest peak of the territory of Hong Kong.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Sai Wan War Cemetery?

Nearby attractions include Chai Wan Mosque, Hong Kong (4 min walk), Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Hong Kong (4 min walk), Tin Hau temples in Hong Kong, Hong Kong (4 min walk), Hong Kong Buddhist Cemetery, Hong Kong (6 min walk).

How to get to Sai Wan War Cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sai Wan War Cemetery:

Bus

Sai Wan War Cemetery • Lines: 16A, 16M, 16X (3 min walk)
Wan Tsui Carpark • Lines: 16A, 16M, 16X, 18M (5 min walk)

Metro

Chai Wan • Lines: Isl (10 min walk)