New Territories

One can explore most of the New Territories by bus, MTR, West Rail, Light Rail and East Rail (KCR).

This is located about 320 meters up on the hillside above Sha Tin. It can be reached by climbing more than 4000 steps.
In the middle of the main temple are three large buddhas ; a monk named Yuet Kai Fai Sei's golden body (founder of this temple) is in a glass case in front, together with more than 10,000 buddhas around.

Yuet Kai Fai Sei came to Hong Kong after the Second World War and built this temple compound with donations from generous locals. He died in a meditation posture at the age of 87 in 1965 and, according to his wishes; his body was exhumed after being buried in the mediation posture for eight months. The followers found that his body was in a good condition without deterioration, which implied he had already achieved his Buddhism way. The body was first lacquered, then gilded in gold and placed in a glass case.

Take a five-minute up-hill walk to another temple building where the Heavenly Jade Emperor and deities are located. This is an interesting site that one should not miss.

From Sha Tin (East Rail), walk towards to the Bus stop terminal and follow the sign to go up the hill. Opening hours: 8:00 am to 6:00pm

In front of the main temple

Steps leading up to the temple

The Main Temple

"Fuk Fu Ahat"

Traditional Chinese house around the area

Exhibiting paintings, calligraphy etc.

Take East Rail (KCR) to Chinese University, a free shuttle bus conveys people up the hill to the university. Admission free.

Visiting one of the world's finest race courses in Hong Kong is quite an experience. One of Hong Kong's largest public parks, Penfold Park, is located in the middle.

Take East rail (KCR) to Racecourse (only operates on race days.)

Fung Ying Sin Koon (East Rail: 11. Fan Ling)

This is a Taoist temple located on the hillside in Fan Ling with a unique design and craftsmanship.

Take East Rail (KCR) to Fan Ling and the temple is situated by the Station. Look for its distinctive orange double roof structure.

This is dedicated to a deity called Hung Shing located on the tranquil island of Kau Sai Chau near Sai Kung. This temple was built in 1889 and has been restored several times. In 2000, UNESCO presented the runners-up award (an outstanding culture and heritage restoration project) to this restored temple project.

You may have to spend a whole day here, visiting Sai Kung town and enjoying a mouth-watering seafood dishes by the waterfront. 

Take MTR to Choi Hung, leave by the B exit to the bus terminal, transfer to green mini-bus No 1A to Sai Kung bus depot. Or MTR to Diamond Hill, exit C1 or C2, take bus No.92 to Sai Kung Bus terminal.

Upon arrival at Sai Kung, walk to the waterfront and hire a sampan to Kau Sai Chau Island.
(It is better for visitors to be accompanied by a Cantonese-speaking friend or guide.)

This temple is dedicated to Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism. Chuk Lam Sim Yuen and Western Monastery are both situated within walking distance.

Take No. 85 Public Light Bus located at Shiu Wo Street, to Lo Wai Village after exit from MTR.

A restored 200-year-old 12-house Hakka farmer's family compound, set within defensive walls and now housing a folk museum.

Located in 2 Kwu Uk Lane - MTR Tsuen Wan exit E

At 2.2 km in length this is the world's longest road-rail suspension bridge, linking Hong Kong International Airport to the main land. Go to Lantau Link Visitors Center or viewing Platform located at the northern end of the bridge in Tsing Yi to view this excellent structure and its two adjoining bridges.

Take a 16-seats green minibus No. 309M or MTR Tsing Yi exit A.

It was built in 1865 by a "Man" clan member, who was one of the scholar-gentry class. The outstanding design of this grey-colored brick wall together with beautiful porcelain, wood crafting, wall painting etc, will definitely need more film than you anticipated to photograph this extraordinary building.

Take No.76K bus from Sheung Shui East Rail (KCR) to Yuen Long West.
Or Take West Rail to Yuen Long, then Light Rail to Yuen Long West.

Built in 1486, this is Hong Kong's only historic pagoda and is located in the Yuen Long area.

Take bus no. 68X from Jordan Road ferry Pier or Bus No. 68M from Tsuen Wan MTR, then change to the Light Rail alighting at Ping Shan Station. A walk of about ten minutes will take you to the southern end of the Ping Shan Heritage Trail along Ping Ha Road.

This is a famous Taoist temple dedicated to the Lu Chun Yang, eight immortals and some deities.

It consists of a jade seal that is more than 100 years old, a 200 year old lamp and several 300 year old craft figures located around the altar. There are countless Bonsai plants displayed that one should not miss.

In here you can observe how the Chinese commemorate their ancestors; displaying their ancestors’ photographs so they can pay their respects at anytime but especially during the festivals.

Take bus No. 50 from MTR Tsuen Wan.