Collective Memories of the Hong Kong Haw Par Mansion and the Rise and Fall of ‘The King of Tiger Balm’

Haw Par Mansion has witnessed the rise and fall of the "King of Tiger Balm" family over almost a century. It was returned to government management on Dec. 1, 2022, with early termination of Haw Par Music on Nov. 30. Le Xian/The Epoch Times

With the closure of Haw Par Music, The Haw Par Mansion (also known as The Tiger Balm Villa), a grade one heritage building that carries the collective memories of Hongkongers, was returned to the government on Dec. 1. 2022, unclear what its future fate might be.

This palace-style mansion, sitting on the hillside west of Mount Butler on the Hong Kong island, boasts a blend of architectural features, both Western and Chinese.