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20 years ago, Hong Kong bid farewell to the old Central Star Ferry pier – SCMP archive

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The iconic Star Ferry clock tower and pier in Central, Hong Kong, ceased operations at midnight on November 11, 2006, marking the final departure of the ferries from their historic berth amid public protests and nostalgia.

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The Star Ferry pier in Central was a historic landmark in Hong Kong. Its closure in 2006 was part of urban redevelopment plans.

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This article was first published on November 12, 2006.

End of the line: the last Star Ferry slips its moorings at Central Pier

by Norma Connolly and Winnie Yeung

The lights of the Star Ferry clock tower and pier in Central went out at midnight last night (November 11, 2006) as the iconic green ferries left their Central berth for the last time – sparking protests for some and nostalgia for others.

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This article was originally published by SCMP Economy.

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