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Hong Kong Viewpoints and Peaks

This collection highlights the rugged terrain of the Lion Rock and Ma On Shan Country Parks, featuring iconic granite formations and high-altitude vantage points. Hikers can traverse the ridge lines of Needle Hill and Kowloon Peak for 360-degree views of the New Territories and Victoria Harbour. The list includes culturally significant landmarks like Amah Rock and the historic Tsang Tai Uk walled village, alongside unique geological features such as Shark Rock and the Immortal's Boot.

Hong Kong Viewpoints and Peaks — Map
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A

Lion Rock Park

This majestic mountain resembles a crouching lion. Dividing Kowloon and New Territories, it's worth hiking it for a totally rewarding view.
B

Kowloon Peak Viewing Point

Located at 602 meters, this vantage point offers sweeping views of the Kowloon Peninsula, Victoria Harbour, and Hong Kong Island.
C

Heavenly Crag

A steep, vertical cliff on the western face of Kowloon Peak, frequently used for technical rock climbing and photography.
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D

Needle Hill

A 532-meter peak in Shing Mun Country Park characterized by its sharp, conical profile and views over Sha Tin and the Shing Mun Reservoir.
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E

Amah Rock

Amah Rock is a naturally shaped rock located on a hilltop in southwest Sha Tin District, Hong Kong.
F

Kowloon Peak Viewing Point

Vantage point on Fei Ngo Shan Road providing clear vistas of the urban landscape and the Sai Kung Peninsula.
G

Beacon Hill Viewing Point

Site of a former aviation beacon, this spot overlooks the Kowloon Peninsula and follows the historic flight path into the old Kai Tak Airport.
H

Ngong Tong Shan Lion's Pavilion

A traditional Chinese pavilion overlooking the Sha Tin valley, Shing Mun River, and the surrounding residential high-rises.
I

Tai Po Road Lookout

A roadside viewing area near Kam Shan Country Park, offering perspectives of the Kowloon reservoirs and often visited by local macaques.
J

Tsang Tai Uk

A well-preserved Hakka walled village built in 1848, featuring traditional granite walls, ancestral halls, and defensive watchtowers.
K

Historical Viewing Platform

An elevated platform on Kowloon Peak providing historical information about the surrounding landscape and views of the city.
L

Su yuan bi

A rock face located along the hiking trails of the Lion Rock range.
M

Mao zi shi

A granite rock formation on the hillside resembling the shape of a cat.
N

Tu zi xu yuan shi

A natural stone formation shaped like a rabbit, located along the trails of the Ma On Shan range.
O

Xian ren shai xue shi

A distinct geological formation resembling a large boot, located on the slopes of Kowloon Peak.
P

Wu xing shi

A cluster of five distinct granite boulders situated on the ridge of the Lion Rock hills.
Q

Rocky Horse

A natural granite outcrop resembling a horse, located near the Lion Rock hiking trail.
R

Shark Rock

A weathered granite boulder with a striking resemblance to a shark's head, complete with an open mouth crevice.
S

Humphead Wrasse Rock

A unique rock formation on the cliffs of Kowloon Peak shaped like the profile of a humphead wrasse fish.
T

Yang yuan shi

A phallic-shaped natural rock formation located on the northern slopes of the mountain range.
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