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The Moon. The Myth. The Legend. How the lunar celestial body influenced some of Hong Kong’s most iconic locations

Published: 4:15am, 17 Sep, 2010

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As a full blue moon approaches this Halloween, here are some figures, facts, inspirations and myths brought into being by our heavenly neighbour

How was Moon Street in Wan Chai named and how is Yuk Yu House in Choi Wan Estate connected to Earth's only natural satellite?

Published: 4:15am, 17 Sep, 2010

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