Mui Wo reaearcher Jessica Tan provides an overview of the village’s agricultural golden era, 1950 to 1980 In recent years, community projects and grassroots undertakings with local farmers have revealed that Mui Wo possesses a rich agricultural history. Yet, there has been no serious study of this topic to date, which is a gap this research seeks to fill. This article will explain some of the key farming practices adopted in Mui Wo from 1950… Read More »Bucolic Times
Experience an Italian-inspired winter wonderland in Discovery Bay The Christmas decorations and activities provided in DB are traditionally second to none and this year is no exception. Head there to experience a Buon Natale, a Merry Christmas Italian-style, with DB transformed into a Winter Wonderland featuring European-style lighting and decorations, artificial snow and a host of festive programmes and dining options. The festivities began on November 24 with a lighting ceremony, a romantic snow spectacle,… Read More »Buon Natale!
AT THE OPEN WATER RACE AND TRIATHLON CHALLENGE DB’s first Open Water Race and Triathlon Challenge on September 24 was open to competitors of all ages and abilities. Race day delivered three solo swim races (3.8km, 1.7km and 400m), aquathon, duathlon and triathlon races (solo/relay) and a family 400m-swim/ relay. [PHOTOS BY Richard Gordon – www.richardgordonphotography.com.] MOONGAZING IN TUNG CHUNG Lantauers were out in force in the lead-up to the Mid-Autumn holiday, enjoying the Happy… Read More »Out & About: What you’ve been up to!
Across 3 Hong Kong’s toughest: West Dogs Teeth 6 Follows the path of the cable: Ngong ping Rescue Trail 7 70km loop around Lantau: Lantau Trail 10 National Dress required: Country of Origin 11 Known for its waterfalls: Wong Lung Ang Valley 12 In memory of Nic: Tin Worth Trail 15 Once frequented by monks: Fat Mun Ancient Trail 16 Booze at checkpoints: Lantau Beer Dash 17 Features a set of Olympic pictograms: Olympic Trail… Read More »Puzzles: Lantau Trails and races
