Marsaxlokk was a fishing village on the southern end of Malta and just as I’d been drawn to a fishing village on my Hong Kong visit, here I was again, wanting to explore this place for the same reason. Continue reading Malta’s Marsaxlokk fishing village
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Silvermine Bay, Lantau Island
I left Hong Kong, but on my return flight stopped off in the city to break up the long journey. This time I stayed at Silvermine Bay, a quiet secluded beach with accommodation right on the waterfront. Continue reading Silvermine Bay, Lantau Island
Tai O Fishing Village
While already on Lantau Island, I decided to journey over to Tai O Fishing Village. These kinds of places attracted me because I’d grown up with a father who, had he had his wish, would probably have wanted to fish for a living. Continue reading Tai O Fishing Village
Ngong Ping Plateau’s Buddha Walk
My favourite experience on Ngong Ping Plateau was the Buddha Walk. The main attractions were noisy and crowded but this section escaped the throngs. Continue reading Ngong Ping Plateau’s Buddha Walk
Hong Kong’s Ngong Ping Plateau
Ngong Ping Plateau, situated on Lantau Island was a busy place where there appeared to be more locals than tourist. Continue reading Hong Kong’s Ngong Ping Plateau
Hong Kong’s Shek O
I visited one of Hong Kong Island’s many beaches, bus hopping to Shek O where a sandy beach lay enclosed by colourful rocks. Continue reading Hong Kong’s Shek O
Aberdeen Harbour ride
Like Singapore, Hong Kong had once been a sampan haven. Now they were a rare sight. In fact, I caught a bus to Aberdeen on the opposite side of Hong Kong Island to enjoy the privilege of a ride in boats that had once been homes for Chinese families. Continue reading Aberdeen Harbour ride
China’s Macau
I took a ferry to Macau for the day. In many ways the town reminded me of Goa. Both having once been ruled by the Portuguese, the architecture had that distinct flavour: arches dominating the buildings; open squares; even one of the churches was similar to one I’d seen in Panjim. Continue reading China’s Macau
Hong Kong’s Peak
I headed to the Peak Circuit, walking the well-maintained trail. This was a complete surprise to me because most photos I’d seen of Hong Kong were of high-rise buildings. I suppose I’d foolishly imagined that’s all I’d find in HK. Continue reading Hong Kong’s Peak
Hong Kong bamboo discovery
I guess the Chinese knew all along how environmentally friendly bamboo was – it grows fast and is biodegradable. Continue reading Hong Kong bamboo discovery