Letters | The case for building a transport museum in Hung Hom
Readers discuss a dedicated transport museum for Hong Kong, and why taxi owners must be held to account for service standards
In this rapidly evolving city, transport is not only a convenience but also a witness to an era. Whether Hongkongers have travelled by rickshaw, sedan chair, ferry, tram, bus or rail through the years, the various modes of transport have framed the memories of many generations, been witness to the city’s social development and are a part of our history.
The Hong Kong government wants to promote tourism. A transport museum could attract tourists from all over the world, especially rail enthusiasts.
The London Transport Museum showcases vehicles from different eras and attracts 400,000 visitors per year. In Saitama, Japan, the Railway Museum features both simulators and traditional displays, attracting 1 million tourists per year.