views from the top
up to the Peak Terminus, or you can keep descending to the reservoir – dating from 1863 and the first of the major engineering feats to address Hong Kong’s water issue. Once you reach the road you can catch some transport back to Central, or head down to Aberdeen for lunch. The side trip through the Lung Fu Shan Country Park is an attractive option. The usual thing to do, though, is just to continue the circuit around the Peak and return to your starting point. This is the route beloved of dog owners, joggers, lovers, family groups and tourists-in-the-know. Do it regularly, and experience great peace. (Don’t forget your water bottle.)
Jackie Peers is a director of Walk Hong Kong, a unique company offering guided hikes to areas such as Tai Po Kau. She also runs photography courses in the Sai Kung area. Details at www.walkhongkong.com.
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