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Why is Hong Kong’s bamboo scaffolding, scaled by heroes in movies, being phased out?
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Bamboo scaffolding is a familiar sight throughout Hong Kong, having evolved into a cultural symbol of the city.
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HONG KONG – I’m walking out for lunch in my Wan Chai neighbourhood one sweaty May afternoon when I notice that the residential building next to my favourite dessert shop has suddenly become encased in bamboo scaffolding and mesh netting.
That architectural marvel must have been erected just days ago, as I hadn’t noticed it previously.
