Flagstaff House

Welcome to Flagstaff House, an architectural and cultural landmark nestled within the lush greenery of Hong Kong Park. As you stand before this elegant white structure, you are looking at the oldest colonial-style building…

Flagstaff House is a quintessential example of colonial architecture in East Asia. Built between 1844 and 1846, it was known for many years as 'Headquarter House.' The design is attributed to the Royal Engineers and exhibits the…

Entering the museum, we begin our exploration of tea culture. The exhibits on the ground floor provide a scholarly overview of the history of tea in China. …

One of the highlights of the Museum of Tea Ware is its extensive collection of Yixing stoneware. These purple clay teapots, produced in Yixing in Jiangsu Province since the Ming Dynasty, are prized by tea connoisseurs for their…

The museum's existence is largely thanks to the generosity of the late Dr. K.S. …

Tea in China is never just about the liquid in the cup; it is about the social environment in which it is consumed. This section of the museum explores the history and culture of the Chinese teahouse. …

To complete your visit to Flagstaff House, one must experience the culture of tea first-hand. Located on the ground floor of the K.S. …

Our journey through Flagstaff House has taken us from the military halls of the 19th-century British Empire to the refined aesthetics of Chinese tea culture. This building stands as a remarkable symbol of Hong Kong's ability to…