{"id":"hk-pland-pland1-3d-photo-realistic-model","title":"3D photo-realistic model","description":"Planning Department (PlanD) has prepared a 3D photo-realistic model for part of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Peninsula. \nThe 3D photo-realistic model for Hong Kong Island (part) and Kowloon Peninsula (part) were formulated based on the aerial photos captured in March 2017 and March 2018 respectively.\nThe index plan and the content of CSV file can be found [here](https://www.pland.gov.hk/pland_en/resources/3D_models/Remarks_for_the_3D_Photo-realistic_Model.pdf)\nMetadata File for Kowloon Peninsula Data can be found [here](https://www.pland.gov.hk/pland_tc/resources/3D_models/Metadata/KLN_metadata.zip)\nThe multiple file formats are available for dataset download in API.\nDISCLAIMER\nThe data provided by the PlanD is for reference only. Whilst endeavours have been made to ensure the accuracy of the data on this site, no express or implied warranty or representation is given to the accuracy or completeness of the data or its appropriateness for use in any particular circumstances. \nThe PlanD is not responsible for any loss or damage whatsoever arising out of or in connection with this web site and if necessary you should obtain independent legal advice before acting upon it. The PlanD reserves the right to omit, suspend or edit all data at any time in its absolute discretion without giving any reason or prior notice. Users are responsible for making their own assessment of all data. The PlanD shall not be held liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, business interruption, loss of information) arising out of the use or inability to use such data. \nThe PlanD does not undertake to provide any updated version of the data and reserves the right to suspend the provision of the data at any time.\nThe time required for downloading the data would depend on the current network environment.","publisher":{"id":"f8f00a79-abdb-4f6b-9dec-10a88d59b4e4","name":"Planning Department"},"categories":[{"id":"development","name":"Development, Geography and Land Information"}],"tags":[],"resources":[{"id":"55760ba6-89da-4db1-b933-b7059369ccfd","name":"3D Photo-realistic Model","description":"Planning Department (PlanD) has prepared a 3D photo-realistic model for part of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Peninsula. \nThe 3D photo-realistic model for Hong Kong Island (part) and Kowloon Peninsula (part) were formulated based on the aerial photos captured in March 2017 and March 2018 respectively. \nThe index plan and the content of CSV file can be found [here](https://www.pland.gov.hk/pland_en/resources/3D_models/Remarks_for_the_3D_Photo-realistic_Model.pdf)\nMetadata File for Kowloon Peninsula Data can be found [here](https://www.pland.gov.hk/pland_tc/resources/3D_models/Metadata/KLN_metadata.zip)\nThe multiple file formats are available for dataset download in API.\nDISCLAIMER\nThe data provided by the PlanD is for reference only. Whilst endeavours have been made to ensure the accuracy of the data on this site, no express or implied warranty or representation is given to the accuracy or completeness of the data or its appropriateness for use in any particular circumstances. \nThe PlanD is not responsible for any loss or damage whatsoever arising out of or in connection with this web site and if necessary you should obtain independent legal advice before acting upon it. The PlanD reserves the right to omit, suspend or edit all data at any time in its absolute discretion without giving any reason or prior notice. Users are responsible for making their own assessment of all data. The PlanD shall not be held liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, business interruption, loss of information) arising out of the use or inability to use such data. \nThe PlanD does not undertake to provide any updated version of the data and reserves the right to suspend the provision of the data at any time.\nThe time required for downloading the data would depend on the current network environment.","url":"https://portal.csdi.gov.hk/geoportal/?datasetId=pland_rcd_1636534828693_9849","format":"API","language":"en, zh-Hant, zh-Hans","updated":"2026-08-24T16:33:57.493629","isApi":"Y","upstreamDocumentation":[]},{"id":"84a6067e-66a7-4f28-ab4c-287311f6e259","name":"3D Photo-realistic Model (in OBJ format)","description":"An index file for downloading high resolution 3D photo-realistic model in OBJ format.","url":"https://pdmap.pland.gov.hk/PLANDWEB/public/3d_photo_realistic_models/Metadata/GridIdx_OBJ.csv","format":"OBJ","language":"en, zh-Hant, zh-Hans","updated":"2026-08-24T16:33:54.191202","isApi":"N","upstreamDocumentation":[]},{"id":"d6bf299f-654e-4ee9-9b43-97d1122c09ef","name":"3D Photo-realistic Model (in OSGB format)","description":"An index file for downloading high resolution 3D photo-realistic model in OSGB format.","url":"https://pdmap.pland.gov.hk/PLANDWEB/public/3d_photo_realistic_models/Metadata/GridIdx_OSGB.csv","format":"OSGB","language":"en, zh-Hant, zh-Hans","updated":"2026-08-24T16:33:54.982817","isApi":"N","upstreamDocumentation":[]},{"id":"e4cfbefd-f627-4b85-8e7b-723fd65c49a3","name":"3D Photo-realistic Model (in Cesium 3D tiles format)","description":"An index file for downloading high resolution 3D photo-realistic model in Cesium 3D tiles format.","url":"https://pdmap.pland.gov.hk/PLANDWEB/public/3d_photo_realistic_models/Metadata/GridIdx_CESIUM.csv","format":"CESIUM3DTILES","language":"en, zh-Hant, zh-Hans","updated":"2026-08-24T16:33:55.779576","isApi":"N","upstreamDocumentation":[]},{"id":"f4beb986-24d3-4a41-ba96-426f55325672","name":"3D Photo-realistic Model","description":"This Application Programming Interface (API) is a service to retrieve 3D photo-realistic model in different formats, including OSGB, OBJ and Cesium 3D Tiles, through a HTTP request. Users can provide a HK1980 Grid coordinate to obtain an URL to download the 3D photo-realistic model of the area.\n###HTTP method: GET\n https://pdmap.pland.gov.hk/plandapi/Tiles?e=&n=&fileType=\n###Query string parameters:\n- **E**: Easting in HK1980 Grid Coordinates. Range between 799500 and 867500 (metres)\n- **N**: Northing in HK1980 Grid Coordinates. Range between 799000 and 848000 (metres)\n- **fileType**: Optional. Valid values are: OSGB, CESIUM, OBJ.\n###HTTP Response:\n- The response is encoded in UTF-8\n- Refer to the [Data Dictionary](https://www.pland.gov.hk/pland_en/resources/3D_models/3D_Photo_realistic_Model_Specification.pdf) for details.","url":"https://pdmap.pland.gov.hk/plandapi/Tiles?e=&n=&fileType=","format":"JSON","language":"en, zh-Hant, zh-Hans","updated":"2026-08-24T16:33:56.604255","isApi":"Y","upstreamDocumentation":[]}],"sourceUrl":"https://data.gov.hk/en-data/api/3/action/package_show?id=hk-pland-pland1-3d-photo-realistic-model","updated":"2026-08-24T16:33:57.483150","retrievedAt":"2026-10-20T22:31:00.105Z","license":"","licenseUrl":"","updateFrequency":"As and when there is update","upstreamDocumentation":[{"title":"Data dictionary","url":"https://www.pland.gov.hk/pland_en/resources/3D_models/3D_Photo_realistic_Model_Specification.pdf","sourceField":"data_dictionary"}]}