Heritage Fiesta to kick off in December

Three heritage routes will be featured.

According to a government release, Heritage Fiesta 2012 will run throughout December, featuring three heritage routes for the public to learn about the city's built heritage in Kowloon, Tai O, and Central and Sheung Wan.

Organised by the Development Bureau and the Antiquities & Monuments Office, the Kowloon route will focus on SCAD Hong Kong, Baptist University School of Chinese Medicine – Lui Seng Chun, Jao Tsung-I Academy, and the Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre.

The Tai O route will introduce the Tai O Heritage Hotel, Hau Wong Temple and Kwan Tai Temple.

The Central & Sheung Wan route will feature historical sites on Hollywood Road, the Bridge's Street Market, the Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum, the Man Mo Temple, and the Museum of Medical Sciences.

A combination of historic buildings will be showcased, including some from Batch I of the Revitalising Historic Buildings Through Partnership Scheme.

This year will also provide a special stamp collection offer, allowing participants to obtain free Heritage Fiesta souvenirs, and win a selected heritage-themed stamp product sponsored by Hongkong Post.