Hong Gallery

Halong Bay, Quang Nin, Vietnam

View of Halong (or Ha Long) Bay, near Ha Long City (also known as Hong Gai), capital of Quang Nin Province, Vietnam. Ha Long Bay (meaning Descending Dragon Bay) is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a popular travel destination. It is known for its distinctive rocks, as can be seen here

© Mary Evans Picture Library/HUBERTUS KANUS

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View of Hong Kong harbour, with ships and buildings

General panoramic view of Hong Kong harbour, with various ships, including HMS Medway, submarine depot ship, in the centre. To the left are two County class cruisers (with three funnels). To the right is HMS Eagle, an aircraft carrier. On the other side of the water to the right is the Peninsular Hotel. In the foreground are buildings on Gloucester Road: on the left is the China Fleet Club under construction (opened 1934), and further to the right is the Seamen's Mission (opened 1933). Date: 1933

© Mary Evans / Pharcide

Military ceremony at Hong Kong, c.1890's./1900

19th century vintage photograph: military ceremony at Hong Kong, c.1890's./1900, presumably to welcome an imperial official or guest, such as a new Governor

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