Saddle Peak: The Hunchbacks and Ma On Shan
At a height of 702 meters, Ma On Shan (馬鞍山, literally Horse Saddle Mountain) stands among the ten highest peaks in Hong Kong. Bordering Sha Tin and Tai Po districts, […]
Tag Archives: Hiking
Hiking is one of my favourite pasttimes. A chance to get out and enjoy the outdoors while getting some exercise at the same time. Who knows, I might even get some nice pictures out of it!
The Shek Pik Country Trail
Located within South Lantau Country Park, Shek Pik Reservoir (石壁水塘) is the third largest freshwater reservoir in Hong Kong. Running along its eastern perimeter is the Shek Pik Country Trail, […]
Coastal Lantau: From Mui Wo to Discovery Bay
Among the many benefits of living on Lantau Island, the great selection of local hiking trails has got to be one of the top perks for both casual trekkers and […]
The Waterfall Hike: Ng Tung Chai to Tai Mo Shan
Among Hong Kong’s many hiking trails, unique is the one leading up to the territory’s tallest peak, Tai Mo Shan (大帽山). Nestled in the thick foliage of forested slopes, the […]
Hiking Sai Kung: Tai Tun Peak
Just a little away from Hong Kong’s densely packed city core, Sai Kung is a hiker’s paradise. There are scores of trails to pick from, ranging from easy family walks […]
Goodbye 2019, Hello 2020!
The end of another year – and decade – is quickly approaching and as always, it’s time to reflect on the year gone by. Looking back at the pictures posted, […]
Kumano Sanzan – The Three Grand Shrines
Commonly referred to as the Kumano Sanzan, the three Grand Shinto Shrines of Kumano are the ultimate destinations of worshippers on the ancient Kumano Kodō pilgrimage trail. Located on the […]
Ancient Trails of the Kumano Kodō
For over a millennium, the network of trails known as the Kumano Kodō (熊野古道) have attracted people from all levels of society on pilgrimages to the sacred sites of Kii […]
