New Territories, Administrative region in Hong Kong, China
The New Territories are a region in the northern part of Hong Kong, covering nearly all the mainland territory of the city along with several offshore islands. The landscape alternates between densely built urban districts, wide green spaces, mountain ranges, and coastal stretches.
The British Crown received these lands in 1898 for 99 years from the Qing Dynasty. The end of the lease in 1997 led to the return of all of Hong Kong to China.
In certain villages, indigenous families maintain houses from earlier times and celebrate special days with festivals. The residents often speak Hakka or a local dialect, continuing customs that their ancestors brought here.
Several train lines and buses connect the nine districts of this area with the city center and with each other. Hiking trails through the mountains are well marked and range from easy walks to demanding climbs.
Tai Mo Shan rises as the highest point of Hong Kong above 900 meters (almost 3000 feet) from the surroundings and offers wide views on clear days. More than 200 islands lie in the waters around, including Lantau, the largest of the group.
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