Tai Wong Yeh Temple (Tai Po) - A former fishermen's settlement. A temple that brings safe and peace.

In the past, Yuen Chau Tsai, Tai Po, New Territories, was a small island in the northwest of Tolo Harbour, surrounded by the sea. It was a place for local fishermen to moor their fishing boats. The temple that HongKongFootprint.com will introduce this time is the Tai Wong Yeh Temple, which is closely related to this small island.

In the past, the fishermen who lived in Yuen Chau Tsai, Tai Po, New Territories, were mainly from Hailufeng, that is, Hokkien. Later, due to some reasons, some Hailufeng people came to Tai Po to live in Yuen Chau Tsai and make a living by fishing.

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Man Mo Yi Tai Temple - A symbol of justice and strictness. A historic temple.

The "Man Mo Temple" in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong can be said to be internationally renowned, but in fact there is also a "Man Mo Temple" with a long history and prosperous incense in Tai Po, New Territories. Now let HongKongFootprint.com bring us to take a look.

This "Man Mo Temple", also known as "Man Mo Yi Tai Temple", located in Fu Shin Street, Tai Po, New Territories, was built during the Qing Dynasty and was jointly built by local residents. The former "Man Mo Temple" was used as an office, mainly dealing with local residents' affairs, planning and participating in disaster relief and poverty alleviation, and resolving disputes among residents. For local residents, it is a place for administrative arbitration, religious belief, economic and cultural exchanges, and has a very important social status.

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Shing Mun River - A river in the city. A relaxing place for local residents.

The "Shing Mun River" in Sha Tin, New Territories, is said to have a history dating back to the 1970s. In the former Sha Tin, a large-scale reclamation project was carried out. The "Shing Mun River" is an artificial river channel rebuilt from the bay at that time. With the gradual completion of recreational facilities on both sides of the river, the "Shing Mun River" has also become a good place for local residents to relax. As for the place that HongKongFootprint.com wants to introduce this time, it is the beautiful scenery on both sides of this artificial river.

"Shing Mun River" has a total length of about seven kilometers, extending from Tai Wai, New Territories to Ma On Shan, New Territories. The river eventually flows into Tolo Harbour and is a major river channel in the Sha Tin District. The scenary along the river is not only picturesque, but also pleasant. The quiet and comfortable environment makes visitors forget that they are in the city and also far away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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Sha Tin Park - A good playground for children. A great place for a bike ride.

HongKongFootprint.com came to Shatin this time, just to introduce the "Shatin Park" located in the Sha Tin town centre. Opened in 1988, this park is not only one of the largest parks in Sha Tin, but also a good playground for children.

This park is divided into two areas, north and south. It not only covers a vast area, but also has beautiful scenery and a variety of playground facilities. For example, there are small hills, small caves or large tunnels, etc., which can allow children to climb up and down, run and jump. It is definitely a good place to bring children to discharge energy.

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