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Outlying Islands - Lamma Island |
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 Lamma Island, also known as 'Po Liu Chau', is the third largest island in Hong Kong, only surpassed by Lantau Island and Hong Kong Island.
It lies west of Hong Kong Island, just west of the town of Aberdeen and is separated from Hong Kong Island by the narrow East Lamma Channel.
Lamma Island has a total area of 14 square kilometers. Most people living in this island are western expatriates who have come here in search of a more laid-back existence.
Lamma Island offers both the beauty of the sea and the rural lifestyle of Hong Kong in the pretty fishing villages. It is a pretty little island, very peaceful, tranquil and clean, despite the power station and the island's quarrying industry. There are no historical sites or temples on the island; therefore, it mainly attracts visitors who want to enjoy its beautiful natural scenery.
Boats dock at the two main villages, Yung Shue Wan to the northwest or Sok Kwu Wan to the southeast. Your best plan of attack is to land at Yung Shue Wan, stroll around the village, and then take the surfaced path which winds up into the hills and down to Sok Kwu Wan (the path is easily found: simply follow the village's main street and take the first major turn left). This is a popular walk, especially at weekends (allow a couple of hours), and offers some pretty snatches of countryside -spoiled only by a large power station - and the chance to eat outdoors in one of Sok Kwu Wan's waterfront restaurants. To pick a restaurant simply look for one that's full of locals. Ferries return to Hong Kong from the adjacent pier.
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