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The provided text offers a comprehensive historical analysis of Wong Chuk Hang, tracing its evolution from a prehistoric coastal site to a contemporary post-industrial business hub. It examines five major themes, beginning with ancient rock carvings that reveal the spiritual life of early inhabitants and the shifting geological landscape. The narrative then details the area's role in naming Hong Kong and the establishment of Little Hong Kong, alongside the geopolitical significance of the Holy Spirit Seminary during the Cold War. Furthermore, the records document how industrial sites, such as the Tai Shing Paper Mill, were repurposed for social reform and vocational education under Catholic missions. Finally, the sources analyze the region’s modern gentrification, specifically how corporate interests and transit developments have reshaped the socio-economic geography of the Southern District.