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Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark
Inaugurated in 2009, the Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark covers an area of 50 km2 across parts of the Eastern and Northeastern New Territories. It is made up of eight Geo-Areas distributed across the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Region and Northeast New Territories Sedimentary Rock Region. At the Geopark, visitors will be able to enjoy Hong Kong’s timeless and rare but beautiful landforms.
Port Island is a place of red earth. Sedimentary rocks are of significance here, especially at Bluff Head where the Devonian sandstones, mudstones and conglomerates are the oldest rocks in Hong Kong, dating from around 400 million years ago. Red earth landscapes are called “Danxia” in Mainland China. Port Island is the number one representative in Hong Kong.
Highlights
Port Island - Bluff Head
"Devil's Fist" at Bluff Head
Lai Chi Wo
The 300-year-old village of Lai Chi Wo was once one of the most affluent hamlets in the northeastern New Territories. Mostly made up of Hakka people, the village features a mangrove habitat with ancient vegetation, including huge interlocking-branch trees and hollow trees.
DISCOVER THE NATURAL SIDE OF HONG KONG
One of the busiest metropolitan cities in the world
Hong Kong not only welcomes with an iconic skyline but also a lush and protected nature!
This city of contrasts has its beautiful countryside lying close
promising a world full of natural wonders within easy reach!
Join us to explore Hong Kong’s natural wonders! You’ll be able to:
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see some of the oldest rocks and rare but beautiful landforms in Hong Kong
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visit a Hakka village and experience the traditional Hakka culture and food
Limited Space . Join Now!
Date: 8 June 2017 (Thursday)
Time: 09:00 - 17:00
(video provided by Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department)
The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development. We have the pleasure to present to you this nature tour not only for you to learn more about the natural heritage of Hong Kong but also for all of us to work together and contribute to building a more sustainable world.