A Stroll Through Temple Street Night Market
Whether you know Temple Street from movies or other sources, it was once a must-visit destination in Kowloon. Stretching from Jordan to Yau Ma Tei, a portion of the street is divided by a road, leading some visitors to only explore the Jordan side and skip the rest. However, the Yau Ma Tei section is home to the famous Hing Kee Claypot Rice!
This visit to Temple Street felt vastly different from past experiences. Previously, the area in front of the Temple Street Gateway had fewer stalls. Now, there are numerous vendors selling food and drinks, with a variety of international cuisines. Ironically, finding authentic Hong Kong-style snacks has become more challenging. The roads are cleaner and more organized, and the space feels less cramped and more spacious.
The latter section, featuring stalls selling daily necessities, still carries the nostalgic vibe from the past. It resembles scenes from old movies, but the crowds are noticeably thinner, giving it a somewhat desolate feel. On a Friday night, there were many empty spaces and fewer stalls, signaling a decline in popularity. Perhaps Temple Street’s main draw nowadays is just the food and drink offerings near the entrance.
It seems that locals rarely visit Temple Street anymore. Oh, and speaking of locals—my Hong Kong friend did mention another kind of “fun” that Temple Street offers!
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