Law and the City

History

• Junior Secondary (Secondary 2)
  • Describe the evolution of Hong Kong’s judicial system throughout different historical periods, including the Qing Dynasty, the British-governed period, and the Japanese occupation.
  • Explain the differences between the Chinese and English legal systems and their impact on Hong Kong society.
  • Understand the local governance system and its judicial functions in Hong Kong before the arrival of the British.
• Senior Secondary (Topic A)
  • Understand the interaction between British law and local customs in the early years of Hong Kong’s establishment and appreciate its historical significance.
  • Analyze how Hong Kong’s judicial system reflects political and social changes over different periods.
  • Evaluate the role of the rule of law in Hong Kong’s history and its impact on the lives of its citizens.

Chinese History

• Common Learning Objectives
• Understand the local governance structure and judicial system of San On County during the Qing Dynasty, as well as methods used by local residents to resolve disputes (e.g., oath affirmation through burning a yellow paper and beheading a chicken).
• Explain how the Lin Weixi case triggered the Opium War and understand its historical context.
• Analyze the differences between traditional Chinese judicial culture and modern rule of law.

Citizenship and Social Development

• The meaning and implementation of “one country, two systems”
  • Through the historical evolution of the Lei Yue Mun Fortress, students will gain a firsthand understanding of Hong Kong’s past role in national defense, the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, and the nation’s destiny (e.g., defending the nation against Japanese aggression and the suffering of the people during wartime), thereby deepening their understanding of the nation’s development.
  • Students will be encouraged to reflect on topics such as national security, social responsibility, and historical responsibility, enhancing their sense of national identity and belonging, and appreciating the shared efforts of diverse ethnic groups in the War of Resistance and the defense of their homeland.

Tour Information

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Bad Weather Policy

• If Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above, or a Red/Black Rainstorm Warning is issued three hours before the tour starts, the tour will be canceled.
• If Typhoon Signal No. 8 or a Red/Black Rainstorm Warning is issued during the tour, the tour will be canceled immediately.
• If the tour needs to be canceled due to other adverse weather conditions, we will contact you by phone at least 2.5 hours before the tour. (If there is no response, we will follow up with an SMS or email.)
• If the tour is canceled due to adverse weather on the day, we will work with you to reschedule a new date within six months from the original tour date.

Tour Reminder

• Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the walk. Bring an umbrella, a bottle of water and some snacks just in case.
• Each participant may bring their own 3.5mm plug headphone if they have one for the wireless transmitter/receiver system which will be used on the tour. The guide will provide them a new one otherwise, but for hygienic and environmental reasons participants are strongly suggested to bring their own earphones if possible.
• There is a possibility that our organization may take photographs or videos during the guided tour, and these captured images or footage may be used for future promotion and publicity. If participants do not agree with this arrangement, please inform the tour guide or organizer during registration and on the day of the event.