The Cheung Chau island is the smallest of the inhabited outlying islands yet it is the most populated and busiest.
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Kwun Yam Wan Beach or "Afternoon Beach" is another beach just a short distance
from Tung Wan Beach. Kwun Yam Temple is a small temple overlooking the beach.
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Kwun Yam Temple |
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Kwun Yam Temple is typically ornated with statues, lions, incense sticks, candles
and fruit offerings.
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Kwun Yam Temple |
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This traditional temple was built in 1973 and is dedicated to the god of
justice Kwan Tai who symbolises gallantry and loyalty and has many believers.
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Kwan Gong Chung Yi Pavilion |
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This pavilion is situated on a hill in the town centre of Cheung Chau.
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Kwan Gong Chung Yi Pavilion |
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Cheung Chau Cemetery was opened in year 1908. It is
situated on western side of island and was extended in year 1921.
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Cheung Chau Cemetery |
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This is a small residence of the earth god, who guarded the "head" of the village
and looks after the neighbourhood.
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Earth god |
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This is one of the four Tin Hau temples in Cheung Chau island.
This one is located at the bottom of Sai Wan Road.
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Sai Wan Tin Hau Temple |
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A large urn with with burning incense sticks stands out in front
of Sai Wan Tin Hau Temple.
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Sai Wan Tin Hau Temple |
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There are no cars on Cheung Chau (except small ambulance) but visitors can rent bicycles
or just walk. During week-ends, the island is crowded with cyclists.
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Cycling |
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Cheung Chau bakeries offer local traditional delicacies such as
egg tarts, buns...
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Bakery |
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Dim Sum, fish balls, fried chicken, tofu dessert are delicious local
Cheung Chau snacks.
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Local Cheung Chau snacks |
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Open wet markets and stands are always crowded and busy especially
on week-ends when many visitors from Hong Kong island are coming.
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Wet market |
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There are many fresh seafood restaurants lined up along the pier.
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Fresh seafood |
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The tiny shops and celebrated seafood restaurants highlight the commercial attributes of the island.
As evening approaches, the restaurants along the streets and waterfront are ready to
welcome tourists willing to enjoy fresh seafood.
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Fresh seafood |
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Fresh fish can be bought in outdoor fish stores and bring to restaurant for
delicious Chinese cooking!
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Fresh seafood |
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