Hong Kong, relatively small in area, somehow manages to be very diverse. If you are used to thinking that this city is an ultra-modern metropolis with skyscrapers, neon signs, and bustling streets and nothing more, then we recommend visiting, for example, Tai O Village and immersing yourself in the archaic world of wooden buildings and untouched nature.
Tai O Village is located on the river of the same name on Lantau Island. The first settlers officially mentioned in chronicles here were Chinese fishermen of the Tanka people, who seven centuries ago built their homes directly on the water using stilts.
The "Hong Kong Venice," though not as luxurious as the one in Italy, is interesting in its own way. There is almost no land for getting around here; everyone travels from house to house by boat. The local residents are mainly engaged in fishing, so the village has many shops offering seafood and eateries where it is always a "fish day." In addition, you can try various exotic delicacies and herbal infusions.
A walk around the island is a breath of fresh air, a hike in the mountains, and a trip out to the open sea (if you wish). There are also small clean beaches here, but most tourists strive to visit the forests, the hills, and the rivers. "Tent" recreation is especially popular here.
