Sham Chun River, Border river between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, China
The Sham Chun River is a border waterway between Hong Kong and Shenzhen that flows approximately 37 kilometers from Wutong Mountain to Deep Bay. Its course passes through several districts while forming the natural boundary between the two territories.
The river became internationally recognized in 1898 when the Second Convention of Peking designated it as the boundary for the New Territories lease. This agreement defined political borders and shaped how both sides of the waterway developed over the following century.
The river connects communities from Hong Kong and mainland China, serving as a daily crossing point for millions of people moving between regions. Along its banks, different ways of life and economic zones coexist, shaped by this waterway that divides and links both territories.
Multiple bridges span the river at different points, including major crossings at Lo Wu Control Point and Lok Ma Chau that serve as essential transit routes. Various access points along the waterway offer different crossing options depending on your destination and travel method.
At the river mouth lie the Mai Po Marshes, a nature reserve where multiple water channels merge into Deep Bay and create a rich wetland habitat. This ecosystem attracts thousands of migratory birds annually and serves as a living buffer between urban areas and the open water.
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