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Heritage Survival – Opportunities and Threats of Heritage Tourism to Historic Landscapes Event Series – Field Trip:

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In the past, Sheung Wan was once the economic centre of Hong Kong, where many businesses started and witnessed the historical changes of the city. These old shops have either upheld traditions and continuously strived to thrive, or they have followed the pulse of the times, embracing transformation and innovation.

We will lead you into Sheung Wan’s Dried Seafood Street and together explore the stories of these old shops. We will delve into traditional printing and salted fish shops, listening to the owners personally share their industry stories, understanding their significant role in Hong Kong’s development as a commercial hub, and witnessing their interaction with the cultural and tourism industries. In addition, we will also introduce new projects within the community, discussing how urban redevelopment and the pandemic have impacted the development of these traditional business and the community. At the end there is a reflective session to discuss the topic.

About the Speaker

Paul CHAN Chi Yuen (Walk-in-HK)
Paul is a cultural entrepreneur with a unique blend of education and experience in law, public affairs and tourism. He holds a Bachelor of Laws degree and a Postgraduate Certificate in Laws from the University of Hong Kong, a Master of Philosophy from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and a Master of Science degree in Comparative Politics from the London School of Economics and Political Science.

Paul is now a Co-founder & CEO of Walk -in-HK, a leading cultural enterprise that offers unique walking tours and immersive experiences in the city. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Paul is also a dedicated advocate for heritage conservation, sustainable tourism, and placemaking in Hong Kong.

Event: The Oldies but Goodies in Sheung Wan 探索老上環社區今昔

Date: 4 May 2024 (Saturday)

Time: 11:00-13:00 (Please arrive 10mins prior to the meeting time)

Speakers: Paul CHAN Chi Yuen (Walk-in-HK)

Venue: Sheung Wan

Assembly Point: Main Entrance of Hollywood Road Park, Sheung Wan

CPD Points: 2 CPD credit hours

Language: Cantonese supplemented by English

Fee:     HK$260 for HKICON Members        
            HK$375 for Non-Members
            HK$200 for HKICON Student Members
            HK$325 for HKICON Friends
(Limited to 20 Participants; 20% discount for Symposium registration for successful registration of any Field Trips of the Heritage Survival event series.)

*Registration will open for non-members on 25 Apr 2024.

For more details: https://member.hkicon.org/events/20240504/


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