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Iconic Hong Kong Footbridge Set for Demolition Tomorrow

2/18/2026

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The pedestrian footbridge between Hong Kong's Central Pier and the International Financial Centre will be demolished, with its last day open to the public on Wednesday.
Henderson Land Development says a temporary passageway will open on Thursday.
Lukas Mok, a resident, visited the old bridge to take photos before its closure.
The original footbridge was built by the government and opened in 2007 after the 2006 Star Ferry Pier relocation.

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The pedestrian footbridge between Hong Kong's Central Pier and the International Financial Centre will be demolished, with its last day open to the public on Wednesday.
Henderson Land Development says a temporary passageway will open on Thursday.
Lukas Mok, a resident, visited the old bridge to take photos before its closure.
The original footbridge was built by the government and opened in 2007 after the 2006 Star Ferry Pier relocation.