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Gate Lodge of the Former Mountain Lodge (Mount Austin Road, The Peak)
The Gate Lodge originally served as living quarters for the keeper of Mountain Lodge, the summer Peak residence of the Governor. It was built between 1900 and 1902. Mountain Lodge was constructed in the style of Scottish lodges and was described by the media as the most imposing and handsome architecture on the peak. Gate Lodge, however, is in Renaissance style which is a major deviation from Mountain Lodge. Mountain Lodge was demolished in 1946, leaving only Gate Lodge. Although Gate Lodge is a small building, it was planned in a very functional way. It was declared a monument in 1995.
Gate Lodge of the Former Mountain Lodge
Address
Mount Austin Road, The Peak
Transport
It takes 20 minutes to walk to Gate Lodge from Peak Galleria or The Peak Tram Terminus (Any enquiries on Peak Tramways can be acquired at 2849 7654).
Public transport to Peak Galleria or The Peak Tram Terminus:
| 15 | Central Ferry Piers - The Peak | |
| 15B | Causeway Bay (Tin Hau) - The Peak (Operated on Sundays & Public Holidays Only) |
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| 1 | Central (Hong Kong Station Public Transport Interchange) - The Peak (Public Transport Terminus) | |
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