A century of transformation: Kai Tak's journey from airport to premier entertainment hub

Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) released a video to commemorate a century of transformation at Kai Tak, highlighting its evolution from an airport to a world-class entertainment venue in celebration of July 1, the handover day.

The video, uploaded to social media on Tuesday, reflects on the period when Kai Tak Airport—once regarded as one of the most dangerous airports in the world—was surrounded by the vibrant streets of Kowloon Walled City.

Following Hong Kong's return to the motherland in 1997, the former airport site was transformed into Kai Tak Sports Park,  a premier sports destination in the city. 

This journey of transformation has involved land reclamation that reshaped urban landscapes and the iconic "45-degree turn over Kowloon City for runway 13."

Furthermore, the park is set to take center stage as one of the key venues for the 15th National Games, showcasing Hong Kong on the global stage.

"This evolution encapsulates a century of urban change, inspiring Hong Kong to embark on a new adventure," the park stated.

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