Sam Ka Tsuen Typhoon Shelter, Typhoon shelter in Kwun Tong District, Hong Kong
Sam Ka Tsuen is a typhoon shelter in Kwun Tong District, located along the eastern coast of Kowloon. The natural harbor provides safe anchorage for fishing vessels and leisure boats during severe weather.
This shelter was established as part of Hong Kong's harbor development to protect vessels during typhoon season. The location allowed fishing communities to maintain their maritime operations year-round.
The name Three Families Village reflects the settlement's origins, where fishing families established their community and maintained maritime traditions.
The shelter is easily accessible by public transportation and serves numerous fishing boats and private yachts. Visitors can observe the harbor from the waterfront or join organized harbor tours.
The shelter coordinates at 22.29111 latitude and 114.23722 longitude position it at a critical junction for maritime activities in Hong Kong's eastern waters.
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