Beyond the bay surrounded by the world's most famous skyline, Hong Kong reveals an unexpected green oasis which includes an archipelago of 260 islands, each with its specificity. Luxurious bamboo forests, plains, mountains, beaches and bays are protected in 23 National Parks.
Coming to the islands, Lantau Island holds beautiful surprises, from the beautiful white and golden sandstone of Cheung Sha to the oceanic views, from the fishing village of Tai O, to the hermitage of Ngong Ping where rises the monastery of Po Lin and the attraction from guinness, the gigantic statue of Buddha seated, a colossus of 16 meters and 200 tons flanked by the brand new Wisdome.
For a picnic in ‘buffet’ with courses chosen directly from the fishing tanks, it is recommended to Sai Kung all hills and woods populated by migrating tords, porcupines, civettes and wild cats.
This is a recommended area not only for gastronomic tours, but above all recommended for sports lovers who can measure themselves with kayaks to discover the Basalt, Bluff or Wang Chau islands, among caves and rock formations dating back to millions of years. Tourists who do not want to struggle too much will discover the same beautiful scenery on board the motorboats once used by the Marine Police to discover the smugglers.
Just 30 minutes by bus or ferry from Central you will find the Dragon’s Back, a very well-known route at Shek O, which offers an excellent route to start trekking; those who are already professional can cross the crests of Lion Rock.
Talking about ‘green’ is a stop at the island of Tap Mun which, in the name a destiny, means ‘grass’: an escape from the electric chaos here finds its ideal setting, with the view on Mirs Bay and Sharp Peak, between ancient Tin Hau temples and a fascinating Taoist cemetery.
To reunite the two hemispheres of which the Archipelago is composed, join the electrifying aspect of the city to the peaceful peace of the villages, eight minutes of travel on the Peak Tram. At the end of the race, the Victoria Peak awaits you, with its view at 386 meters high... 360° degrees on Hong Kong.
