Sham Wat
Sham Wat (Chinese: 深屈) is a village of Lantau Island, in Hong Kong.
Administration
[edit | edit source]Sham Wat is a recognized village under the New Territories Small House Policy.[1]
Flora and fauna
[edit | edit source]Encompassing the river valley between Nei Lak Shan and Cheung Shan, Sham Wat is a remaining biodiversity hotspot in North Lantau and an abundance of animals and plants reside in the valley. The mudflats contain oyster beds naturally seeded from the Pearl River Delta.[2]
Access
[edit | edit source]Sham Wat is accessible by road via Sha Wat Road (深屈道), and by sea.
It is located along the Tung O Ancient Trail, a coastal hiking trail between Tung Chung and Tai O.[3] The village has a few restaurants that serves passing hikers with local food.
References
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Further reading
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External links
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- Delineation of area of existing village Sham Shek (Tai O) for election of resident representative (2019 to 2022) (includes Sham Wat)
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