Basilica of Immaculate Conception

Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in Hong Kong was opened on December 7th, 1888 and consecrated in 1938. After the fire of the previous church on Wellington Street, construction resumed in 1883. Restoration completed in 2002, recognized with UNESCO award. Relics of 16 Chinese martyrs placed in chapel. Main altar features gifts from King Victor Emmanuel II, while left altar became treasure house after moving main altar in 1969.