Keung Shan
#223 among destinations in China
Facts and practical information
Keung Shan is a peak in Hong Kong, on southwestern Lantau Island, with a height of 459 metres above sea level. ()
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Keung Shan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: The Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery, Lantau Trail, Hau Wong.
Landmark hilltop statue of BuddhaThe Big Buddha, Hong Kong
56 min walk • The Big Buddha, also known as Tian Tan Buddha, is a colossal bronze statue located on Lantau Island in Hong Kong, China. Towering at an impressive height of 34 meters and weighing 250 metric tons, this majestic figure is one of the largest seated Buddha statues in the...
Buddhist architecture, Monastery, Sacred and religious sitesPo Lin Monastery, Hong Kong
59 min walk • Po Lin Monastery, nestled amid the lush peaks of Lantau Island, is a serene oasis and a spiritual cornerstone in the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong, China. This Buddhist monastery, established in 1906, is renowned for its tranquil atmosphere, intricate architecture...
Long hiking path with visitor facilitiesLantau Trail, Hong Kong
83 min walk • Nestled on the largest of Hong Kong’s islands, the Lantau Trail is a haven for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts alike. This substantial hiking route spans 70 kilometers and is divided into 12 sections, offering a diverse range of landscapes and difficulty levels...
TempleHau Wong, Hong Kong
58 min walk • Hau Wong or Hou Wang is a title that can be translated as "Prince Marquis" or "Holy Marquis". It is not any one person's name. Hau Wong refers usually to Yeung Leung-jit, a loyal and courageous general.
Mountain summit with sunrise vistasLantau Peak, Hong Kong
71 min walk • Lantau Peak or Fung Wong Shan is the second highest peak in Hong Kong and the highest point on Lantau Island, with a height of 934 metres above sea level.
Archaeological siteFan Lau Fort, Hong Kong
76 min walk • Fan Lau Fort is a former military fortification located on Lantau Island in Hong Kong. Named after the eponymous peninsula it is situated on, it was built in 1729 during the reign of the Yongzheng Emperor, a hundred and twelve years before the British took possession of Hong Kong.
HillKau Nga Ling, Hong Kong
62 min walk • Kau Nga Ling, is a series of precipitous mountains on Lantau Island, Hong Kong, with a height of 539 metres above sea level. It is one of 16 "high-risk" hiking locations identified by the local government.
HillFu Shan
59 min walk • Fu Shan is a small hill in Hong Kong. It is situated on Lantau Island north of Tai O and stands at a height of 75 metres above sea level.
Nature, Natural attraction, HillNei Lak Shan, Hong Kong
74 min walk • Nei Lak Shan is the eighth highest mountain in Hong Kong. With a height of 751 m, it is situated on Lantau Island immediately north of Ngong Ping where the Buddhist Po Lin Monastery is located.
LakeShek Pik Reservoir
24 min walk • Shek Pik Reservoir is a reservoir in Shek Pik on Lantau Island in Hong Kong. Built between 1957 and 1963, it has a storage capacity of 24 million cubic metres and is the third largest reservoir in Hong Kong after High Island Reservoir and Plover Cove Reservoir.
Archaeological siteStone Circles, Hong Kong
81 min walk • Stone Circles can be found in Hong Kong, as the area is rich in Neolithic and Bronze Age artifacts.
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