The tram is one of Hong Kong’s most iconic forms of transport and has been in service in 1904. It’s been running along the streets of Hong Kong for some 100 years now, making it one of the world’s oldest tramway systems. Every time the tram pulls into a stop, it will first emit the sound of “ding ding ding” which is why people refer to trams as “ding ding.” Ding Dings are driven along the major areas on the Hong Kong Island. From Sai Wan, Central, Wan Chai, Causeway Bay down to North Point you can find these trams. As such, roads lined with tram tracks are also a significant and iconic mark of Hong Kong. Ding Dings bear witness to Hong Kong’s centennial history. Therefore, apart from being a form of transport, it is also an icon of our times. Back then, taking rides on the tram for an extended period of time was a romantic, leisurely activity. For many older generation of Hongkongers, this is a great memory and remains so for many others nowadays. There are also many retro and unique designs and types of Ding Dings. Perhaps you might have ridden on one of those 60s style trams seen in Stephen Chow’s “CJ7?”