Historical Relics in MTR

The Corporation respects the preservation of relics and history. During the construction of Sung Wong Toi station, various relics and areological finds were discovered and a series of archeological works have been carried out. To preserve the archaeological features unearthed, the Corporation has worked with Antiquities and Monuments Office to facilitate the heritage preservation works to be displayed at the Sung Wong Toi Station. This is the first ever historical relics exhibition to be held at an operating MTR station, where passengers could have a glimpse of culture and lifestyle of the Sung Dynasty.

Archaeological elements of Sung Wong Toi Station

During the construction period of the station, a square-shaped stone well dated to the Song-Yuan period and an associated water channel. The station roof was redesigned with a purpose-built trough to enable future in-situ reinstatement of the well and the associated water channel. Flexibility has also been made for replacing the concrete slab by a transparent panel at the bottom of the trough in future for viewing the well from the station concourse.

Now, when you look up at the station concourse, you will see the indicative location of the well.

Archaeological elements were also included into the design and station arts of Sung Wong Toi Station, providing a unique experience for passengers.

A stone well dated to the Song-Yuan period

The concrete trough (backfilled)

Indicative location of the well inside Sung Wong Toi Station

Display on "Treasures from Sacred Hill: Song-Yuan Archaeological Discoveries at Sung Wong Toi"

In order to enhance the public’s understanding of the archaeological findings, two large display cabinets are provided in the station to showcase the archaeological relics. The archaeological display features Song-Yuan ceramics unearthed during the archaeological works and discusses the conditions in Hong Kong during the Song-Yuan period, in particular the history and lives of people dwelling in the environs of Sung Wong Toi Station. Exhibits will be changed on constant basis, please stay tune.

For details please visit the webpage of AMO: https://www.amo.gov.hk/en/sung_wong_toi.php