Have you ever imagined that large blocks of flats for the poor could become one of the most photographed places on Instagram? It turns out that this is quite possible and to such an extent that the blocks in question become a tourist attraction and begin to attract thousands of people.
The Rainbow Village is a unique place. It is located in one of the richest regions in the world. There, however, there is a serious housing problem for low-income people and the government has decided to intervene.
Choi Han Estate, also known as the Rainbow Estate, is one of the oldest municipal housing complexes in Hong Kong. Located in Won Tai Sin District, it was built by the former Hong Kong Housing Service between 1962 and 1964.
In the 20th century, it was the largest municipal housing in the world. It was created to enable the poorest to have a home.
It is home to 43,000 people. Its unique design immediately makes it famous and sought after. In 1965 he received a silver medal from the Institute of Architects in Hong Kong. He was later visited by British Princesses Margaret and Alexandra, as well as by Richard Nixon, who would later become President of the United States.
The property consists of 11 blocks of flats, one parking lot, five schools, numerous shops and restaurants on the ground floors of each block. There is a lot to see in this colorful and very welcoming complex.
Probably the most famous, most visited and most photographed part of it is the basketball court. Thousands of tourists, photographers and architects flock here every year to see it.
Located against the background of the blocks, which are painted in the colors of the rainbow, it allows you to create the perfect photo.
Tourists warn that the colors are not as bright in real life as in the photos on Instagram, but it is still worth a visit.
Choi Han Estate continues to operate as municipal housing. It is run by the current Hong Kong Accommodation Service and is home to thousands of people. On weekends, the place is full of visitors and locals can not take full advantage of amenities, exercise or relax. Some are annoyed by this, while others think that while the aliens are just taking pictures, there is nothing wrong with that.
