Victoria Peak, also known as Telegraph Hill and Incense Burner Peak, formerly called Hard Head Mountain, is located in the Central and Western District of Hong Kong. It is the highest peak on Hong Kong Island, with an elevation of 554 meters, covering the hilly area from east of Lung Fu Shan to west of Magazine Gap. During the British colonial period, it was renamed Victoria Mountain. The peak area is divided into Telegraph Hill, Furnace Gap, and other areas, with historical relics such as Victoria Peak Garden and the former Governor's Villa site still existing.
In its early days, the mountain was sparsely populated due to inconvenient transportation. After the Peak Tram opened in 1888, it was gradually developed. From 1904 to 1947, Chinese people were prohibited from residing there, after which it transformed into an area combining high-end residences and tourism. Major existing attractions include Sky Terrace 428, Peak Plaza, and Lugard Road Viewing Point. The tram system is Asia's earliest operating mountain railway, and the circular walking trail offers panoramic views of Victoria Harbour.
Victoria Peak is famous for its tram experience, Victoria Harbour night views, and Chinese and Western dining facilities. There are multiple free viewing platforms at the peak, and its annual visitor numbers rank among the highest in Hong Kong. The best visiting period is from October to the following February, and experiencing the Peak Tram and sunset views is recommended. Facilities such as Peak Plaza and Sky Terrace 428 provide shopping, dining, and cultural exhibition services, with surrounding transportation covering trams, buses, and walking paths.