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What to do in Sai Kung, the backyard of Hong Kong

Want to experience a different side of Hong Kong? Then come to Sai Kung! Here you can explore world-class geoparks and unique island scenery! 🌟 🏞 The East Dam Global Geopark is a geological wonder certified by UNESCO, created by volcanic eruptions over a hundred million years ago, featuring spectacular hexagonal rock columns and giant anchor-shaped dykes. Not only are there magnificent geological landscapes, but the waters are also rich with marine life waiting for you to discover! ☀ Don't miss the Volcano Discovery Centre 🌋, with its easy-to-understand introductions, giving you a whole new understanding of Hong Kong's geology and landforms. The Volcano Discovery Centre is conveniently located near the pier and the bus terminal. 🌊 🏨 Stay at the WM Hotel, where you can choose a sea view room with a modern and simple style, clean and tidy to make you feel happy. The infinity pool is an incredibly beautiful spot to check in, and the hotel is within walking distance to the beach, where you can swim, dive, kayak... and enjoy the unbeatable sea view, which is simply a blend of water and sky! 💦 🔥 Recommended tour routes: 1⃣: Sai Kung Pier — Hong Kong Geopark Volcano Discovery Centre — East Dam Half-Day Tour — Boat back to Sai Kung Pier 🌟 The Volcano Discovery Centre is well worth a visit, with a one-to-one model of the hexagonal rock columns and rock specimens collected from Hong Kong and around the world. 2⃣: Take a boat from Sai Kung Pier to 'Yim Tin Tsai' Island — Have lunch on the island, experience the Hakka life of Yim Tin Tsai — St. Joseph's Church — Yim Tin Tsai Heritage Exhibition Room — Jade Belt Bridge Gemini Pavilion — Boat back to Sai Kung Pier 🌟 'Yim Tin Tsai' Island has now become a new landmark with many unique cultural heritages. Many artists and villagers have created dozens of artworks for the Yim Tin Tsai Arts Festival, turning it into a vibrant open-air 'museum' and a hot spot for checking in. In Sai Kung, you can fully enjoy the charm of nature, explore geological wonders, and the cultural heritage of unique islands! Come and experience the different scenery of Hong Kong! 💫
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Posted: Mar 25, 2024
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