Lion Rock, Mountain peak in Sha Tin District, Hong Kong.
The 495-meter granite mountain between Kowloon Tong and Tai Wai forms a natural barrier with steep cliffs and sparse vegetation on its summit.
During the Qing Dynasty, two paths were constructed on the eastern and western sides of Lion Rock to connect surrounding villages in the region.
The mountain became a symbol after World War II when refugees settled in visible settlements below it, leading to the term Lion Rock Spirit.
Visitors can access the mountain through Lion Rock Country Park via MTR to Wong Tai Sin station, followed by a 20-minute walk to Fat Jong Temple.
The mountain's granite structure, formed 140 million years ago, creates a natural silhouette resembling a crouching lion when viewed from East Kowloon.
Location: Hong Kong
Elevation above the sea: 495 m
GPS coordinates: 22.35310,114.18700
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:59
Hong Kong contains multiple observation points that reveal the urban landscape. From Victoria Peak at 552 meters to sea-level perspectives along Victoria Harbour, each location presents different angles of the city. Mountain summits, building observatories, and coastal paths allow visitors to see the dense architecture, surrounding waters, and natural terrain. The network includes historic structures like the 1847 Man Mo Temple and modern facilities such as the Sky100 deck at 393 meters elevation.
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Amah Rock
1 km
Checkerboard Hill
2 km
Morse Park
1.7 km
Lion Rock Country Park
951 m
Morse Park Swimming Pool
1.4 km
Hong Kong China Temple
1.7 km
Kowloon Tong Education Services Centre
2.1 km
San Po Kong Eight Streets
2.2 km
Tsz Wan Kok Temple
1.1 km
Lion Rock Park
955 m
Meridian Hill
1.2 km
The Forest Hills
1.5 km
Silver Garden
1.5 km
Cornwall Street Park
2.1 km
Academic Community Hall
1.5 km
Fung Tak Park
1.6 km
Kwun Yum Temple, Tsz Wan Shan
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Fat Jong Temple
818 m
Temple Hill
2 km
Siu Sai Wu
2 km
Muk Lun Street Playground
1.6 km
Junction Road Park
1.7 km
Lok Fu Park
1.9 km
Le Chateau
1.4 km
Lung Hing Public Library
1.5 km
Stone House
2 km
Tsz Wan Shan Public Library
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