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The history of Victoria Peak (Tai Ping Shan), Hong Kong, goes back to 1868, when the summer home of Governor Sir Richard MacDonnell was built here due to the cool and humid climatic condition of this region. Soon many affluent residents like wealthiest executives and bankers followed suit. The Peak was chosen as an exclusive residential area in 1904. Reserved only for expatriates, the population in Victoria Peak started increasing till 1947, when finally this area was closed due to the growth of more habitation. In 1881 the Governor, Sir John Pope-Hennessy gave permission to operate tram routes to the Tai Ping Shan, Hong Kong. This Tram route connected Murray Barracks to Victoria Gap on the Peak. Victoria Peak (Tai Ping Shan), Hong Kong, today have a regular and reliable form of public transportation attracting over seven million visitors a year. Besides being one of the most visited areas, the Victoria Peak (Tai Ping Shan) in Hong Kong, China is Hong Kong's top tourist destinations. Victoria Peak, better known as Tai Ping Shan in Chinese or Mountain of Great Peace, is truly the most conspicuous landmark of Hong Kong. The eye catching
Victoria Peak (Tai Ping Shan), Hong Kong, stands at a height of 552m (1514ft) above sea level. The obscure natural surroundings from the top are breathtaking. On a clear day you can easily catch a glimpse of Macau and Mainland China from here. A simple walk allows visitors to explore the natural beauty of the Victoria Peak, like forests of bamboo and fern, small Chinese pines and birds, like magpies, goshawks, and kites. Besides exploring the natural beauty of Victoria Peak (Tai Ping Shan), Hong Kong there is a lot to do and see here. There is Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum in the Peak Galleria at the pinnacle exhibit wax figures of famous Asian celebrities including Jackie Chan, Michelle Yeoh and also Chinese President Jiang Zemin. The widespread parklands are perfect for a day's picnic or a long walk. The Peak Tower have shops, restaurants, and other activities like the Peak Explorer, which is a virtual-reality ride through outer space, along with a series of animated history of Hong Kong, the 1907 typhoon that devastated the territory and many more. The tower remains open daily from 7 AM to midnight.
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