Hong Kong, or, as it is also called, Asian New York, is washed on three sides by the South China Sea .It would seem that it is here that tourists should wait for a beautiful beach vacation and even a rich eventful $ ±.However, the rapid economic and industrial development of Hong Kong did not have the best effect on the state of urban beaches, the water in some coastal areas became unsuitable for swimming, and the beaches closed .Therefore, to hope for an unforgettable relaxation did not dissolve without a trace in the Hong Kong air, to rest there you need to prepare and find out alternative beach places .
Hong Kong Beaches
Hong Kong's coastline, riddled with numerous bays and bays, stretches for several km.
Most of the beaches of Hong Kong are municipal, and this means that anyone can settle in any place he likes. To date, directly on the island of Hong Kong and the southern part of the peninsula of Coluon, there are 12 state beaches, and in the New Territories there are 33 municipal beaches. There are private beaches in Hong Kong, but for money they are also available to all holidaymakers.
The top beaches of Hong Kong are opened by Lo So Shing Beach, located on Lamma Island. This beach will be a real find for those who prefer solitude and silence, and clean snow-white sand and clear sea water for a while will replace the charms of civilization. Silvermine Bay Beach is located in the Silvermine Bay on Lantau Island. This beach is prized for its cleanliness, beautiful nature and quiet atmosphere, and a gentle approach to the sea makes these places also suitable for children's recreation. In addition, it is especially safe to swim here: life-saving nets protect the beach from sharks.
Located in the south of Hong Kong, the beach of Shek O Beach became the center of the city's attraction .There is a well-developed infrastructure, a lot of restaurants and cafes for every taste..On the beach Big Wave Bay, which is located in the neighborhood, like to rest surfers .The picturesque Turtle Cove, located in the southeast part of Hong Kong, is considered a first class beach .It is small, but very well maintained, clean and beautiful, all the necessary infrastructure is available .The first place by popularity, but one of the last for cleanliness and well-groomed city is the city beach Deepwater Bay Beach, located near the center of Hong Kong .Comparing the rest here with relaxation on the islands is hardly reasonable, but for the sake of justice it should be noted that there is a rescue station, a fence from sharks and a lot of entertainments operating .
Be vigilant
To make a beach vacation in Hong Kong a success, it is desirable to observe a few simple rules .First, it is important to remember that in Hong Kong there are no nude beaches, and to appear in the nude even in the most secluded places is prohibited .Incidentally, this prohibition applies to the top of the female swimsuit .In addition, you should avoid visiting beaches immediately after downpours, because the beaches themselves and seawater will be polluted by urban effluents .And the last: on vacation in Hong Kong, however, as in any other country, it is necessary to respect and comply with local laws and customs .