The early history of the Peak was driven by the breezes and generally cooler temperatures which could be found there during Hong Kong's sub-tropical summers, especially in the days before Governor Sir Richard MacDonnell was built there around 1868.
The early history of the Peak was driven by the breezes and generally cooler temperatures which could be found there during Hong Kong's sub-tropical summers, especially in the days before air conditioning was generally available. The summer home of Governor Sir Richard MacDonnell was built there around 1868.