Tai Fu Tai Mansion
Tai Fu Tai Mansion
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China21,474 contributions
Oct 2020
This is a lovely, little known place for local history. Tai Fu Tai Mansion is the house of a wealthy member of the Man clan, one of the Five Great Clans of the New Territories. It is now quite well restored to its former glory and glamour although detailed illustration is lacking. The place is a unique bland of traditional southern Chinese and Rococo architecture. While the layout is in line with major mansions in Guangdong, the delicate glasses, paintings and ornaments are somehow reminiscent of the Alhambra. The security guard is passionate to share the anecdotes in local language. Bus 76K conveniently connects Tai Fu Tai Mansion with Sheung Shui and Yuen Long.
Written October 31, 2020
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Vince Man
Hong Kong, China1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Solo
Fascinating place to visit to learn about the history of the Man Clansman who have lived in San Tin for several hundreds of years. The building itself is beautifully preserved and has a few informative plaques and signs detailing the history of the building and the family who lived there.
I went on a sleepy summer afternoon and enjoyed the tranquil pond (has lots of terrapins!) and grassy courtyard.
I recommend visiting as part of a wider walking tour (self-guided or with a tour guide) to explore and learn about the history of San Tin, the Man Clansman, and the 'native' ('Punti') culture of Hong Kong.
Other sights nearby include Tung Shan Temple, Man Lung Fung Ancestral Hall, the Man Ancestral Hall, Man Tin Cheung Park, and the traditional fishing ponds.
All sights are within walking distance from each other. Easiest way to get to San Tin is via the 76K bus from either Yuen Long MTR or Sheung Shui MTR stations. Taxis are also relatively inexpensive from both Yuen Long and Sheung Shui (roughly 90HKD from Yuen Long and cheaper from Sheung Shui.
I went on a sleepy summer afternoon and enjoyed the tranquil pond (has lots of terrapins!) and grassy courtyard.
I recommend visiting as part of a wider walking tour (self-guided or with a tour guide) to explore and learn about the history of San Tin, the Man Clansman, and the 'native' ('Punti') culture of Hong Kong.
Other sights nearby include Tung Shan Temple, Man Lung Fung Ancestral Hall, the Man Ancestral Hall, Man Tin Cheung Park, and the traditional fishing ponds.
All sights are within walking distance from each other. Easiest way to get to San Tin is via the 76K bus from either Yuen Long MTR or Sheung Shui MTR stations. Taxis are also relatively inexpensive from both Yuen Long and Sheung Shui (roughly 90HKD from Yuen Long and cheaper from Sheung Shui.
Written August 23, 2024
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RosL
Hong Kong, China63 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
Took the kids for an explore. We drove, which made it easy for us to get to as there are a couple of car parks off the main road. The grounds themselves are very interesting - if you speak Cantonese, the lady taking us around is highly informative, telling us about the wharf, the Treasury, the pig sty, the kitchen and toilets and history of the family. There's no labelling so if you don't speak the language, make sure you get a leaflet when you walk into the house, and/or do some research before you get there. Our kids are young but enjoyed hearing the stories and trying to imagine how people used to live there, and they loved the open space to run around. We also wandered through the village to the Ancestral Hall, which was nice - a great snack stall had delicious cheong fun on the way back, which kept the kids going to lunch time. We'll take visitors next time we have some - it's great to show people New Territories life outside HK Island
Written January 20, 2019
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Clivel_98
Hereford, UK1,438 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
Set off from a road, the manorial house has extensive (for Hong Kong) grounds and a lake.
Fascinating to look at the various rooms that were used, the peanut oil press and learn some of the history behind the lord who lived here with his two wives and their children.
Fascinating to look at the various rooms that were used, the peanut oil press and learn some of the history behind the lord who lived here with his two wives and their children.
Written October 14, 2018
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Edgar S
Hong Kong, China1,565 contributions
Mar 2016 • Couples
Nestle in New Territories in a small village of San Tin close to Sheung Shui, one can visit the ancestral hall. It is well preserved, renovated last 1988 and gives a good insight on the history of Hong Kong at that time. Easy to reach by bus 76K from Sheung Shui or . green mini bus. A perfect excuse for an outing. Another highlight, is the nearby Hong Kong coffeeshop, serving good a good spread of local delicacies
Written March 17, 2016
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JillConnecticut
United Kingdom1,384 contributions
Apr 2015 • Friends
Our guide brought this place to life describing how a high ranking government official lived and entertained guests. Others did not live so well!
Written April 6, 2015
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