Shek O Peak, Summit and ridge in southern Hong Kong.
Shek O Peak is a 284 meter summit in southeastern Hong Kong that forms the highest point along the Dragon's Back trail. It offers views across the coastline and inland landscape in multiple directions.
The mountain functioned as a strategic lookout point during World War II, with military structures still remaining near Ngan Hang village. These traces reveal how the area was once controlled and monitored during wartime.
The summit draws locals during traditional celebrations, where the open space becomes a gathering point for seasonal observances and shared moments with the landscape. People use the exposed peak as a natural meeting place that connects them to the environment around them.
Bus number 9 from Shau Kei Wan MTR station goes to the To Tei Wan stop on Shek O Road, where the hike begins. Wear proper footwear and bring water, as the route is long and offers little shade along the way.
The peak area contains several parallel paths that merge at different elevations, letting hikers adjust their route difficulty as they ascend. This flexibility allows people of varying fitness levels to reach the same summit on the same day.
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