Hong Kong has shelved plans to turn Bruce Lee's old home, which later became a rundown love hotel, into a museum dedicated to the martial arts legend, the government said yesterday
Hong Kong has shelved plans to turn Bruce Lee's old home, which later became a rundown love hotel, into a museum dedicated to the martial arts legend, the government said yesterday.
Fans of the icon have long called for a museum in Lee's hometown and the idea appeared set to become reality after the wealthy owner of Lee's former home entered into talks with city officials two years ago to hash out a museum blueprint.
Chinese tourists pose for a photo in front of a statue of Bruce Lee in Hong Kong yesterday
Long after Lee's death, the property turned into a love hotel that was rented to amorous couples.
"Despite our efforts, we are unable to reach a consensus with the property owner over the scope of the restoration," Hong Kong's Commerce and Economic Development Bureau said in a statement.
Officials did not elaborate, but billionaire philanthropist Yu Panglin had insisted that the property would only be donated for a museum if it was expanded to include a cinema, library and martial arts training centre.
"I'm really in favour of (the museum). It could be great for Hong Kong and great for my father and his legacy."
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