It's a great walk which I also did earlier this year, your photos reminded me so much of the trail and sum it up nicely. Incidentally, they are currently progressing the modernisation of Mui Wo by upgrading the ferry pier area and the adjacent cooked food market. A glossy new mall will appear. We're concerned that the area will lose a lot of charm, though we have approached the government and contractor to ensure that all the trees are retained.
Good luck! I don't think islands need those malls. The "mall injection" can be done on the main islands. Probably more to attract non-local shoppers...
Ever since I have read The Taipan by James Clevell, Hong Kong fascinated me. And there was always a reason that prevented me from visiting, Now that I have read Igor's story, there will be no such reasons. I am going at first opportunity.
It's a great walk which I also did earlier this year, your photos reminded me so much of the trail and sum it up nicely. Incidentally, they are currently progressing the modernisation of Mui Wo by upgrading the ferry pier area and the adjacent cooked food market. A glossy new mall will appear. We're concerned that the area will lose a lot of charm, though we have approached the government and contractor to ensure that all the trees are retained.
Good luck! I don't think islands need those malls. The "mall injection" can be done on the main islands. Probably more to attract non-local shoppers...
Ever since I have read The Taipan by James Clevell, Hong Kong fascinated me. And there was always a reason that prevented me from visiting, Now that I have read Igor's story, there will be no such reasons. I am going at first opportunity.
Thank you. It is a wonderful mix of modern and old, West and East , artsy sandwiches and basic rice porridge. Plus nobody there cares if you care.
BTW sorry for many typos.