Revitalising Hong Kong’s Remaining Villages

It may be possible to revitalise Hong Kong villages so they still have rural character and are great places to live – and visit.
It may be possible to revitalise Hong Kong villages so they still have rural character and are great places to live – and visit.
Some places in the countryside can be crowded nowadays, perhaps with queues waiting to start on trails.
Though easily overlooked, southeast Lantau offers several hiking possibilities, including quiet coastlines and hilltops with grand views.
A full day's itinerary exploring the wilder side of Hong Kong Island, from Shek O in the east to High West, inc beach stop for a swim.
Pak Sha O, a village in the wilds of the Sai Kung Peninsula, eastern Hong Kong, seems almost suspended in time.
Hexagonally jointed tuff is the key formation in the Hong Kong Global Geopark, which comprises eight areas in eastern Hong Kong.
Everyone - whether in families or singletons - owes it to themselves to head out and make the most of what Hong Kong's wonderful wilder side has to offer.
A consideration of science suggests the reclamation plans, including for East Lantau Metropolis are foolhardy, even irresponsible.
At Ping Shan, there's a cluster of venerable buildings including two of the grandest ancestral halls and the only ancient pagoda in Hong Kong.
While day and evening trips to the Hong Kong countryside are rewarding, a whole new experience awaits if you’re willing to camp.