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EXPLORE THE BEYOND At Hong Kong
There is a much to explore in Hong Kong’s vibrant city centre, but much more to discover in places beyond — sprawling hills, verdant woodland and golden beaches in the outlying islands.
Pack in a day of outdoor fun at the island retreats. Glistening waterfalls dive into steep, wooded ravines. Sandy bays are sheltered by rugged headlands lined with ancient trails. Wildlife sanctuaries are now complemented by the new Hong Kong Wetland Park. In this compact city, visitors can combine hiking and dining, and sightseeing and shopping, in one day.
Most visitors to Lantau, the biggest island in Hong Kong, catch a ferry from Central. During the first few minutes the ferry navigates the congested Victoria Harbour, but you get a view of Kowloon and Hong Kong Island’s famous skyline. Disembarking at the laid-back Mui Wo (also known as Silvermine Bay), you’ll find a hotel beside a sandy beach and in the valley behind, a picturesque waterfall. A 15-minute ride along this picturesque coastal road brings you to Cheung Sha, home to Hong Kong’s longest stretch of sand. Half of Lantau has been set aside as country park. Along the coast of Lantau at Penny’s Bay, is Hong Kong’s very own Disneyland.
In Tai O, a fishing village, many houses perched on stilts above the water, and the disused saltpans beyond the village point to one source of Tai O’s former wealth.
Just offshore, Sha Chau and Lung Kwu Chau Marine Park is home to some of Asia’s most exceptional wildlife. At Po Lin Monastery of Ngong Ping island is the 26-metre high, 202-tonne Buddha.
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has also introduced eco-oriented fun tours.
For details log onto www.discover
HongKong.com
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