Pavilion of Harmony — Attraction in Hong Kong

The Pavilion of Harmony ( 合一亭) is an architectural feature on the New Asia College campus of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), located between the student dormitories Xuesi Hall (學思樓) and Chih Hsing Hall (知行樓). It was constructed as a tribute to the founder of New Asia College, Chien Mu (錢穆先生). Under the pavilion is a stone bench overlooking Tolo Harbour (吐露港). In front of the pavilion sits a crescent-shaped infinity pool with a large banyan tree planted next to it. The edge of the pool appears to merge with the landscape of Tolo Harbour, creating the effect of unity between water and sky, thus enhancing the concept of unity between heaven and humanity. The unity of Heaven and humanity is a central concept in Confucian philosophy, which holds that the way of heaven and the way of humanity are...

Considered one of the top 10 scenic spots on the CUHK campus.

For those who are new to the campus, this spot is somewhat remote and concealed. But once you get there, it's all worth it. It's hard not to take out your phone and snap shots one after another. The small but infinity pool is quite an attraction of its own indeed.

Yet, the photos that many captured may not have done justice to this beauty. I suggest browsing through more images on the web for reference before you...

Pavilion of Harmony is a nice place for rest, and the view from here is excellent. Here is a famous place for photo taking and always filled with people. Although the university should always welcome the public, hopefully visitors can keep their voice down here. It's important to enjoy the view here with a quiet and...