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Tai O

Lantau's main town, Tai O, is located on the west coast and is the abode for aged-old junks. The island's inhabitants are the Tanka boat people, who traditionally lived on their boats near the shore but have now become semi-land dwellers. A few of the larger junks have been transformed into three-story permanent living structures.

Beyond Tai O Creek are feeble homes on stilts over parts of the creek where the water rises during tide changes. A hand-raised drawbridge connects the traffic from Tai O to Lantau. It was previously rope-drawn ferries that carried people back and forth both destinations. Nevertheless, a few old women still hang around the bridge landings to offer short boat rides up and down the scenic canals.

A walk on both sides of the tidal creek offers a merit view of the boat people and their unique way of life. Another location to observe these sturdy old sea carriers is at Penny's Bay on Lantau's northern coast. One of Hong Kong's best shipmaker is based there. Shipbuilders do not only build junks, but also modern cruises.

Lantau Mountain Camp

Anyone who enjoys a peaceful and quiet retreat will definitely like the Lantau Mountain Camp, at about 770 meter elevation of Sunset Peak (870 meter). The camp provides 20 small stone houses, which were built before World War II as a rest haven for the British colony's Christian missionaries taking time off from their work in China. The houses are available for rent by civilians who book in advance.

Silver Mine Bay

One of the most popular beaches of Lantau is the Silver Mine Bay Beach. This is the easiest accessible beach on the island, thus boosting its popularity. A Silver Mine Bay Beach Resort is not far from the Silver Mine Bay ferry landing.

The bus route from Silver Mine Bay to Tai O passes through Pui O Village, a humdrum village whose main claim to fame is the Tong Fuk Provisions Store. The store, nicknamed Charlie's, is a restaurant serving both Chinese and Western cuisine. It also boasts of ample provisions of wine and cold beer.

Discovery Bay

A major real estate development area, the Discovery Bay is segregated from the rest of Lantau Island. A housing and resort complex that includes a golf course is available on this bay. Discovery Bay is one of the better places to live in Hong Kong, as it is right by the beach and is an organized community. It has its own rapid ferry system to and from Central on Hong Kong Island.

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