Vacation to the Oldest Cinema in Hong Kong on Cheung Chau Island: Meeting Stephen Chow and the Secret of Bakpao Safety

Vacation to Hong Kong's Oldest Cinema on Cheung Chau Island: Meeting Stephen Chow and the Secret of Safety Dumplings

Vacation to the Oldest Cinema in Hong Kong on Cheung Chau Island: Meeting Stephen Chow and the Secret of Bakpao Safety

Dream - Satisfied with a short healing at The Hideout, the journey continues to explore Cheung Chau Island. This southwest part of Hong Kong Island has many charms that make anyone who comes feel comfortable staying there.

From Mui Wo pier, we board a ferry to Cheung Chau. The journey takes approximately 30-45 minutes. During the crossing, you will be treated to views of the skyscrapers in Hong Kong. Don't forget to take video footage to share later. Just for your information, Cheung Chau is located 10 km from Hong Kong. This island is one of the oldest former British territories in Hong Kong, with a population of around 22 thousand residents.

To be able to reach this island - the way to get to Cheung Chau directly from Hong Kong - you can take a ferry from Central Pier, located in Central, Hong Kong.

The cost of taking a ferry ranges from HK$15-28 (around Rp31-50 thousand), depending on the type of ferry chosen. On weekends, the price increases to HK$38 or around Rp 80 thousand for a single crossing with a Fast Ferry. The journey to Cheung Chau takes about 30 minutes. The ferry operates from 06:00-01:00 local time.

Once arrived at the port, the residents of Cheung Chau can be seen bustling around. The port is crowded with bicycles parked everywhere. Yup, on this island, cars are not allowed.

There are only government-owned vehicles allowed, such as police cars, fire trucks, and hospital ambulances. Even so, their size is small due to the narrow roads in Cheung Chau.

The original translation for the given 'Bahasa' text to 'English' while preserving any html tags is as follows: The native residents of Cheung Chau only use bicycles as their daily means of transportation. To reach all the places on this island, it can be done by walking. However, tourists can also rent bicycles to explore around. We chose to walk, and the first destination we headed to was one of the two oldest cinemas in Hong Kong. Yup, that cinema is now called Cheung Chau Cinema Multicultural Park.

"Cheung Chau Cinema was closed in 1997. However, after going through a long planning process, the first stage of its renovation is finally completed."

Although it has been closed for 26 years or nearly two decades, this historic cinema on Cheung Chau Island will finally reopen with a new face on August 21 last year. Cheung Chau Cinema is one of the well-preserved pre-war cinemas in Hong Kong. Established in the 1930s along with Yau Ma Tei Theatre, both places are registered as Grade III Historical Buildings.

In here, you can still find the original traces of Cheung Chau Cinema that have been restored on a land area of over 38,000 square meters. It's really cool. This cinematic themed tourist attraction to the past is divided into four main parts and is part of the cultural park. Starting from Cheung Chau Cultural Centre, 1931 Studio, Screen Theatre, and Dumbbell Information Centre.

One of the interesting things is 1931 Studios with a classic Hong Kong telephone theme, which has become a favorite photo spot on Instagram. Inside, there is a 90s cinema-themed room and a film shooting set of popular Hong Kong films starring their famous actors such as Stephen Chow and Chow Yun-fat. There are also several posters of legendary Hong Kong films, starting from Hail the Judge starring Stephen Chow and God of Gamblers where Chow Yun-fat played the lead role.

Here you have to prepare a camera. It's a shame to miss out on not 'ngonten'. This spot is very Instagrammable.

"Not only that, Cheung Chau Cinema Multicultural Park also usually holds exhibitions, showcasing Cheung Chau's unique handicrafts such as large-scale art pieces from local paper craftsmen Du Huan. Besides exploring the historical sites, you can also participate in various interesting events. There is an archaeology workshop organized by Cheung Chau Archaeological Education Centre. Or, for those who want to make their own traditional buns from the famous Bun Festival on this island, you can join the Peace Bun workshop organized by C.C.C Workshop."

Cheung Chau Cinema also holds outdoor film watching experiences. Visitors can enjoy music performances or local films in a picnic atmosphere. While enjoying the available entertainment, visitors can also indulge in food and snacks sold at nearby stalls. From there, we continue to stop by Martin Kwok's bakpao shop. This shop is open every day and has been selling its products for 40 years.

Steamed white traditional rice flour bakpao with sweet filling, served with a round red label written in Mandarin characters 'ping on', which means safety in English.

The original family bakery building has not changed much in the last few decades. It has become an attraction for visitors. You can also see the process of making it, you know. One piece of bakpao is sold for HK$10 or about Rp20 thousand. You can enjoy this food while enjoying the tempting natural panorama of Cheung Chau. To be continued...