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Sun Yat Sen Historical Trail Guided Tour
Sun Yat Sen Historical Trail Guided Tour
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Sun Yat Sen Historical Trail Guided Tour

Walk in Sun Yat-sen’s footsteps to uncover how Hong Kong became the hidden engine of the Xinhai Revolution and the birthplace of modern China’s transformation.

When radical ideas and resilience reshaped the future of a nation

In the winding streets of Central and Western District, colonial churches stand beside Chinese temples, and hillside schools overlook bustling Hong Kong harbour. This is where a young Sun Yat-sen absorbed Western learning, debated new political ideas, and quietly organized with comrades in homes, clinics and meeting halls. Walk through this living cityscape to discover how Hong Kong nurtured the “Father of Modern China” and became a crucial springboard for the Xinhai Revolution.

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Tour overview

  • Trace the inspiring journey that encompasses the story of Sun Yat-sen in the city that shaped his revolutionary thought.
  • Uncover Hong Kong’s pivotal role as the secret base for the uprisings that led to The Xinhai Revolution.
  • Walk the historic streets of Central and Western District to witness the story of Hong Kong’s establishment as a crucial revolutionary sanctuary.

In a dynamic global city, Hong Kong’s Western-style education system and atmosphere of freedom fostered the radical ideas of a young Sun Yat-sen. Our tour reveals the schools, residences, and clandestine meeting places where he and his associates planned the overthrow of the Qing dynasty.

This immersive journey connects the personal biography of the “Father of Modern China” with the dramatic events that changed a nation forever. You’ll see how this dynamic city became the essential staging ground for The Xinhai Revolution, making it an indispensable part of the story of Hong Kong’s establishment on the world stage.

Selected highlights

Some of the points of interest include:

Tong Meng Hui Reception Centre

Introduce Sun Yat-sen's revolutionary spirit through on-site artworks

Preaching House of the American Congregation Church

Sun Yat-sen's childhood life in Hong Kong

PMQ

Original Site of today's Queen's College, highlighting Sun Yat-sen's exploration of Western culture, education, history, and knowledge during his studies in Hong Kong

Yeung Yiu Kee

Meeting Place of the “Four Great Outlaws"

Pak Tsz Lane Park

Learn about the story of Yang Quyun's self-sacrifice for righteousness; Explore how literature drives societal progress through the architectural design of the "Fu Ren Literary Society Preface."

History

  • Senior Secondary (Theme A)
    • Describe examples of multicultural integration and division in colonial society, and analyse the impact of cultural exchanges on modern Chinese society.
    • Evaluate the development of Sun Yat-sen’s thoughts and the impact of his revolutionary activities on the modern history of Hong Kong and China.
    • Identify the contributions of organizations such as the Foo Yan Man Ser and the Revive China Society (Xingzhonghui) to China’s modernisation and the development of democratic thought.

Chinese History

  • Junior Secondary (Republic of China)
    • Describe the late Qing revolutionary organisation, Sun Yat-sen’s experiences in Hong Kong, and Hong Kong’s catalytic role in the revolutionary movement.
    • Explain how the education and ideological enlightenment of revolutionary leaders influenced China’s modernisation.
  • Senior Secondary (Section B)
    • Explain Hong Kong’s role in promoting the late Qing revolution.
    • Explain how education and religion influenced modern Chinese social trends and the development of revolutionary leaders.
  • Senior Secondary (Elective Units)
    • Elective Unit 3: Conduct an in-depth analysis of the social role of modern Chinese intellectuals using Sun Yat-sen, Ho Kai, and Yeung Ku-wan as examples.
    • Elective Unit 5: Explain how Christianity, as an imported religion, influenced modern Chinese and Hong Kong society.

Tour Information

  • We reserve the right to make changes to the information, prices and itineraries of the tours as set out in our website and all printed promotional materials. Provided that such changes have been made prior to the confirmation of a booking, such changes shall be binding on the participants.
  • Any information or advice provided by us on matters including but not limited to walking routes, climate, clothing, travel documents, baggage, special equipment, etc. is given in good faith but without responsibility on the part of us.
  • All information provided on our website is correct to the best of our knowledge, but we cannot assure that such information would be free from errors or omission and we shall assume no responsibilities for any such errors of omission.
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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.
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