The Haw Par Mansion guided tour includes a new attraction: the “Virtual Reality: The ‘Ten Courts of Hell’ of Tiger Balm Garden” exhibition. In addition to touring the private garden and most of the interior of the Mansion, members of the public who join the tour can also explore the former “Ten Courts of Hell” of the Tiger Balm Garden using virtual reality devices.

Co-organised by the Antiquities and Monuments Office (AMO) of the Development Bureau (DEVB), the Hang Seng University of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Chu Hai College, the exhibition is sponsored by the Aw Boon Haw Foundation and with venue support from the Commissioner for Heritage’s Office of the DEVB.

Premised on a virtual reality metaverse platform developed by the Hang Seng University of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Chu Hai College, the exhibition focuses on reconstructing the former “Ten Courts of Hell” of the Tiger Balm Garden. Participants wearing virtual reality headsets can explore details of the murals of the “Ten Courts of Hell” and learn about the historical and cultural context through an interactive interface. There are display boards introducing the “Ten Courts of Hell” and video of the project.

Located at No. 15A, Tai Hang Road, Hong Kong, the Haw Par Mansion was the residence of Mr Aw Boon Haw, an overseas Chinese merchant. It was accorded Grade 1 historic building status in 2009.

Date: Starting from 16/5/2025, Fridays to Sundays and public holidays (except the first three days of Lunar New Year)
Venue: 1/F, Haw Par Mansion
Enrolment:

To visit the “Virtual Reality: The ‘Ten Courts of Hell’ of Tiger Balm Garden” exhibition, member of the public can join the guided tours of the Haw Par Mansion. Docents will guide participants through the private garden and most of the Mansion's interior, introducing its history, architectural features and heritage value, followed by the “Virtual Reality: The ‘Ten Courts of Hell’ of Tiger Balm Garden” exhibition.

The public can enrol in the guided tours here.

Admission: Free
Enquiry: 2208 4406 / 2208 4407
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