INTROduction 1

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Aberdeen is a famous tourist attraction in Hong Kong.
The Tourism Commission (TC) appointed a consultant in late 3 5
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2006 to develop a conceptual design for the Aberdeen 2 4
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Tourism Project which aims to further bring out the unique
features of 'traditional fishing harbour' and the local culture of
Aberdeen and, by reinforcing the elements of diversified
MAP DI SEKITAR BENTUK INI SAHAJA YA NAK
tourism, to enhance Aberdeen's attractiveness to both
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international visitors and local residents. 7

In order to expedite the implementation of the project, The TANPA EFEK MALAH TANPA OUTLINE
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Tourism Commission decided to undertake improvement
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works for the promenade on both sides of the Aberdeen 9
Harbour with the theme of a traditional fishermen's village.

LEGEND:
1.Viewing Deck 6. Cruise Landing Shelter
2.Performing Stage 7. Light House Shelter
3.Subway HS16 8. HUNGSHIN Temple

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4.Feature Wall 9. Wind Tower Park
5.Public Wall Not to scale

Figure 3.1 Map of Aberdeen Waterfront, Hong Kong

3.1 WATERFRONT PROJECT

HONGKONG CASE STUDY VS MALAYSIA CASE STUDY

ABERDEEN
• Has been a fishing port and home to the Tanka and Hoklo clans originated from the coastal areas.
• Original Chinese settlement and first places landed by British troops.
• Renamed into ‘Heung Gong Tsai’ meaning ‘little fragrant harbor’

HISTORY

RIVER OF LIFE
• Revitalization of the Klang and Gombak Rivers into a Heritage and Commercial Centre.
• Phase 1: River Beautification along 10.7km stretch within the city centre.
• Comprise of eight major rivers in Kuala Lumpur

ABERDEEN
• To bring out the unique features of 'traditional fishing
harbour' and the local culture of Aberdeen.
ABERDEEN
• Emphasizing on tourism ‘brand DNA’ based on a set of four attributes which are OBJECTIVE
RIVER OF LIFE
non-stop intensity, fascinating contrasts, compact variety and distinct trendy.
• To enhance, rehabilitate and preserve the river and its
POLICY
environment compatible with the envisaged Greater Kuala
APPROACH
Lumpur City status for the project area.
RIVER OF LIFE
• Public Outreach Programme (POP) River of Life Public Outreach Programme
ABERDEEN
(ROLPOP) is part of the key initiatives (12B) under the River Cleaning
• Reformation of Aberdeen floating village as a traditional
component. The programme which started in 2012, aims at on-the-ground
fishing harbor.
education and behavioural change towards caring for rivers. CONCEPT
RIVER OF LIFE
• Revitalising the Klang and Gombak rivers into a heritage and
commercial centre.
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River of Life is one of Malaysia government’s
Economic Transformation Programs which is an initiative
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that combine high-impact projects and programs to elevate 2
the country to developed nation status. This project will be
one of the iconic attraction places in Klang Valley that will
attract people from local and international. One of the
objectives of river care program is to promote and support
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the integrated management of river basins and water 7
resources with particular emphasis on ensuring that TANPA EFEK MALAH TANPA OUTLINE
biodiversity , wetland conservation and community 8

considerations are incorporated into river basin

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management.

3.0 TOURISM Figure 3.2.1 Map of River of Life, Kuala Lumpur

Not to scale

3.2 WATERFRONT PROJECT

HONGKONG CASE STUDY VS MALAYSIA CASE STUDY

ABERDEEN
• Administration : The Tourism Commission, Commerce and Economic
Development Bureau
• Agency : Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB)
• Targeted group : Youth community, local people, international tourists
GOVERNANCE
RIVER OF LIFE
• Administration : Department of Irrigation and Drainage Malaysia Figure 3.2.2 Floating restaurant, Aberdeen Figure 3.2.3 Blue Pond, Kuala Lumpur

• Agency : Global Environment Center, PEMANDU

ABERDEEN
• Targeted group : General public, Local community, Education Institution,
• Floating restaurant, Fishing trawlers, Aberdeen Park ,
Restaurants and food courts, Property developers, Industry
Sampan rides
ATTRACTION

ABERDEEN RIVER OF LIFE

• Wong Chuk Hang MTR station Exit B, then take 5-8 minutes walk to Shum • Pedestrian bridge , Blue Pond Project

Wan Pier.
ACCESSIBILITY ABERDEEN
RIVER OF LIFE • Fishing, Sightseeing , Wholesale fish market , Jogging
• Access through the pedestrian bridge that connect between Sultan Abdul
ACTIVITY
Samad Building, Jamek Mosque and Dataran Merdeka, which take 50% cut RIVER OF LIFE

from normal way. • River cleaning, river master planning and beautification and
river development

ABERDEEN
• Bathroom, Vending machines, Public park, Open air-plaza, Children’s
playground, Basketball ground
SUPPORTIVE
FACILITIES

RIVER OF LIFE
• Public parks, Pedestrian walkaways, Bicycle lanes, Shops , Gallery
Figure 3.2.4 Wholesale fish market Aberdeen Figure 3.2.5 River cleaning, Kuala Lumpur
 INTROduction
Lung Fu Shan Country Park Peak Trail is a
country park located in the Central and Western
District of Hong Kong. It covers the densely vegetated
slopes of Lung Fu Shan, including the
disused Pinewood Battery as well as the Pinewood
Garden picnic area, providing a scenic backdrop to the
residential and commercial districts of Hong Kong Figure 3.3.1: Peak Tram, Hong Kong Figure 3.3.2: Lugard Road, Hong Kong
Island. In proximity to residential areas in the Mid-
levels and the Western District, Lung Fu Shan area is
intensively used by the public, especially by morning
walkers and picnickers.
While Kuala Lumpur Heritage Trail is a self-
guided tour of the historic heart of KL, covering many
famous colonial-era landmark buildings clustered in a
compact area surrounding Merdeka Square. Figure 3.3.3: Masjid Jamek, Kuala Lumpur Figure 3.3.4: Sultan Abdul Samad, Kuala Lumpur

3.0 TOURISM
3.3 HERITAGE TRAIL

HONGKONG CASE STUDY VS MALAYSIA CASE STUDY

LUNG FU SHAN COUNTRY PARK PEAK TRAIL

• Leisure hike 4.5km // 2 hours LUNG FU SHAN COUNTRY PARK PEAK TRAIL
DISTANCE
AND • Completely safe to walk in the daylight alone or in a group.
DURATION
KUALA LUMPUR HERITAGE TRAIL HEALTH AND
SAFETY KUALA LUMPUR HERITAGE TRAIL
• Leisure walk 2.4km // 2-3 hours
• As with the situation in any city it is unadvisable to walk
LUNG FU SHAN COUNTRY PARK PEAK TRAIL alone here at night however most of the route is well-lit with
street lamps. it is quite safe to follow this trail during the day
• The trail is easily reached by a specific bus that stop by the station. You have only have to be careful with pickpockets and snatch thefts.
to ride the tram to reach the peak but you can also hike to the peak. At the end
of the trail you can also catch a bus to go to your next destination.
ACCESSIBILITY LUNG FU SHAN COUNTRY PARK PEAK TRAIL
KUALA LUMPUR HERITAGE TRAIL
• Historically were exclusive residential areas of European
• For the KL heritage trail it is reached easily enough with public transportation settlers. Old trail made while preserving the nature at the
either by bus or LRT. If you are planning to go there by LRT stop by the station area. A great hiking trail with historical sites and well-
conserved infrastructures such as street lamps and
KJ14 PASAR SENI and you’re good to start your trail there. benches. Located within the city itself and visitors get to
WHAT MADE enjoy a panoramic view of the city while hiking the trail and
THE enjoying the nature around them.
LUNG FU SHAN COUNTRY PARK PEAK TRAIL LOCATION A
POINT OF
KUALA LUMPUR HERITAGE TRAIL
• An easy to walk through trail with signage and information board along the trail. INTEREST
• Situated in the heart of the city itself, among modern and
The route is straightforward enough and reachable by public transportation and
by the peak tram. new buildings and structures, there are still a few historical
CONVENIENCE
sites and buildings conserved and preserved from the
OF THE KUALA LUMPUR HERITAGE TRAIL
LOCATION colonial era. Old architecture and building facades from a
• If you are a first timer it might get a bit confusing but the landmarks are hard to
different era with rich historical values among modernized
miss, the road is level enough for pedestrians and there are no specific route
new structures have its charm to those who wants to learn
to it you can go in any order you want and you would still be able to find the
about the starting point of KL.
next point.
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The Peak to Lung Fu Shan Country Park : As early as
the 19th century, the Peak attracted prominent European 5
residents because of its panoramic view over the city and
its temperate climate compared to the sub-tropical climate 1
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in the rest of Hong Kong. The sixth Governor of Hong
Kong, Sir Richard MacDonnell had a summer residence 3 5 6
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built on the Peak circa 1868. Those that built houses
named them whimsically, such as The Eyrie, and the
Austin Arms.
These original residents reached their homes by sedan
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chairs, which were carried up and down the steep slope of
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Victoria Peak. This limited development of the Peak until
the opening of the Peak Tram funicular in 1888.
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The boost to accessibility caused by the opening of the
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Peak Tram created demand for residences on the Peak.
Between 1904 and 1930, the Peak Reservation
Ordinance designated the Peak as an exclusive residential
area reserved for non-Chinese. They also reserved the
Peak Tram for the use of such passengers during peak LEGEND:
1. Peak Tram
periods. 2. The Peak Lookout
3. Lugard Road
4. Lung Fu Shan and Pinewood Battery
5. The University of Hong Kong Not to scale

Figure 3.1.12 Map of The Peak to Lung Fu Shan Country Park, Hong Kong.

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3.4 HERITAGE TRAIL

HONG KONG CASE STUDY

ATRRACTION PLACES
• STARTING POINT – Peak Tram.
Opened in 1888, the Peak Tram is Asia’s first cable funicular railway and tramway. It was a marvel of architecture and engineering
of its time, initially reserved for the use of residents of Victoria Peak. Enjoy a scenic ride from the harbour-front downtown to The
Peak at 396 meters above sea level.

• The Peak Lookout.

A Grade II Historic Building, this stony hut has been here for over a century and was once a resting place for the carriers of sedan
chairs, which residents of The Peak took to their homes after reaching here by the Peak Tram.

• Lugard Road is named after Hong Kong’s 14thgovernor, Sir Frederick Lugard. Some sections consist of century-old ‘plank roads’
— narrow cliff-side paths that transverse the mountainside of Victoria Peak. Lugard Road also forms part of the Peak Trail with
interpretative panels along the trail. There are a number of vantage points that offer spectacular views of Victoria Harbour.

• Lung Fu Shan and Pinewood Battery.

At the intersection of Lugard and Harlech roads, turn right by the public toilet onto Hatton Road. Halfway down the hill, you will see
the signposted trail to the historic Pinewood Battery. At an elevation of 307 m, it is the highest of all coastal defence batteries in
Hong Kong and commands excellent sea views. Built in 1903, the battery was air-raided and heavily shelled by Japanese artillery
fire during World War II, and was eventually evacuated and remained abandoned.

• END POINT – The University of Hong Kong

Return to Hatton Road and descend along the well-shaded path. Before reaching Kotewall Road, you will see the Boundary Stone
of City of Victoria, erected in 1903. ‘Victoria City’ was the de facto capital of Hong Kong during early British colonial rule. It
stretched from Causeway Bay to Kennedy Town. Turn to University Drive from Kotewall Road to reach the campus of The
University of Hong Kong, which has interesting colonial architecture and a total of four Declared Monuments. Early alumni of the
university include Dr Sun Yat-sen, who is often regarded as the founder of modern China.
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Kuala Lumpur Heritage Trail: At the heart of Kuala
Lumpur, the main starting point in which what we know
the city now came to be almost 200 years ago. The city
that went through several occupations, flooding and
fires, this heritage walk will give you an insight on how
life was in Kuala Lumpur back when it was still under
the British rule. This trail was designed to give an insight
to tourists on how the colonial part of Kuala Lumpur
came into being. Most of the buildings were built in the
late 1800’s and 1900’s, with a blend of old colonial,
Moorish, Tudor, Neo-Gothic, and Islamic Architectural
styles.

From a tin-mine into an administration hub and later

became the capital city of Malaysia, the walking tour is a
LEGEND:
perfect way to admire the classic beauty of these 1. Central Market (Pasar Seni) KL
2. Lebuh Pasar Besar
important buildings in their entire original splendor. 3. Clock Tower
4. Oriental Building
5. Masjid Jamek KL
6. Sessions & Magistrate Court
7. City Theatre
8. Former High Court Building
9. Sultan Abdul Samad Building
10. Old General Post Office
11. National Textile Museum
12. Old Chartered Bank Building
13. Royal Selangor Club
14. Cathedral of Saint Mary The Virgin
15. Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM)
16. Wisma Ekran

Figure 3.5.1 Map of Kuala Lumpur Heritage Trail, Kuala Lumpur.

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3.5 HERITAGE TRAIL

MALAYSIA CASE STUDY

ATTRACTION PLACES
1. Starting point is at Central Market. The sign on the entrance
says 'Since 1888' but the current building dates from 1933.
Designed in the Art-Deco style that was popular at that time. In
those days the building served as a wet market but today it is best
CENTRAL MARKET
place in Kuala Lumpur to shop for handicrafts, gifts and souvenir
items.
2. Make your way to Lebuh Pasar Besar. This square was
once the commercial heart of Kuala Lumpur.
3. At the centre of the square on what was once a busy market
CLOCK TOWER
stands the Clock Tower, built to commemorate the coronation
of King George VI in 1937.
4. Next, is the Oriental Building (also known as the Bank
Bumiputra Building), designed in 1930, again by architect AO
Coltman, to house Radio Malaya. Some say the design looks like
a 1930s-era radio.
5. Across the street is the entrance to the Masjid Jamek. This
was the first brick built mosque in KL, designed in 1907 in Mogul
style by A.B Hubback, who also designed many of KL's other
famous landmarks from that era.
6. Next door is the Sessions and Magistrates Court, the
first of a row of former court and government buildings which line
Merdeka Square. This building, formerly known as the Federat
Malay States Survey Office, dates from 1910 and boasts onion
shaped domes and cinque-foil arches.
7. Next comes the former City Hall, now named Panggung
Bandaraya (City Theatre), a slightly older building designed by
AB Hubback in 1896.
8. The neighbouring building is the former High Court built in
1909. It now appears to be used by the Ministry of Information,
Communications and Culture.
9. Continuing along the edge of Merdeka Square on
Jalan Raja Laut you will pass the Sultan Abdul Samad
Building, the best known symbol of Malaysia until the
Petronas Towers were built and still today one of the most
SULTAN ABDUL SAMAD
photographed buildings in Malaysia
10. Next door is the Old General Post Office, another
Hubback creation, dating from 1896 and built in similar style
PASAR BESAR
to the Sultan Abdul Samad building.
11. Completing this row of colonial relics is the National
NATIONAL TEXTILE MUSEUM
Textile Museum housed in an elegant and historic Mogul
style building.
12. Across the street is the old Chartered Bank
OLD CHARTERED BANK
building, built in 1919. The building has served as a
GOVERNMENT OFFICE National History Museum, then a restaurant and is now
the Music Museum.
ORIENTAL BUILDING
13. Next door, is the former Government Printing
Office. It was used as a Memorial Library for some years
but is now converted into the Kuala Lumpur City Gallery.
ROYAL SELANGOR CLUB
14. Facing the Sultan Abdul Samad building is the Royal
Selangor Club, founded in 1884.
MASJID JAMEK 15. Nearby is the Cathedral of Saint Mary The
Virgin, built in 1894 in English Gothic style.
16. After that, head to Jalan Tangsi where the offices of
MAGISTRATE COURT
the Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) are
located, housed in one of the finest old buildings in Kuala
WISMA EKRAN
Lumpur. It was built in 1907 as a town house for Loke Chow
Kit and named Loke Hall.
HIGH COURT KL CITY HALL 17. Next door to the PAM building is the Wisma Ekran.
This building formerly housed the head office of Anglo
Oriental, a mining company.
CENTRAL MARKET CENTRAL MARKET