Shek Pik Reservoir, reservoir in New Territories, Hong Kong
Shek Pik Reservoir is a large water storage on the western side of Lantau Island surrounded by green hills. The water supplies nearby communities and the airport, while quiet walking trails offer opportunities to explore the area with views across the landscape.
The reservoir was built in the 1960s to meet Hong Kong's growing water needs. Construction involved building a large dam and flooding valleys, part of a major infrastructure development effort on Lantau Island.
The name Shek Pik comes from Cantonese, referring to the rocky landscape surrounding the water. Local people use this area for daily outdoor activities, and you can still see traditional rural ways of life with small farms and residents maintaining their connection to the land.
The reservoir is easy to reach and walking trails are mostly flat with gentle inclines, though visitors should be aware of free-roaming goats and cows in the area. The place is accessible for walks and day trips, with various routes leading to nearby spots like Tai O and Fan Lau.
From certain viewpoints, you can catch a distant view of the famous Big Buddha. The area was once a quiet farming community before the water flooded the valleys, a change that older villagers still remember.
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