HK Peak Tram back on track

All aboard: People taking pictures of the newly renovated Peak Tram on its first day of operations in Hong Kong. — AFP

Hong Kong: The Peak Tram, Hong Kong’s famed public transport and tourist draw, reopened after a year-long US$102mil (RM455mil) facelift even as the city’s coronavirus curbs continue to keep overseas visitors at bay.

The historic funicular, which dates back to 1888 and offers panoramic views of Hong Kong’s famous skyline as it ascends to Victoria Peak, used to draw over six million visitors a year, according to its operator.