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Sai Kung's Secret Trails?

fmd_good Sai Kung East Country Park

So I hiked the MacLehose Trail section in Sai Kung East Country Park last week, absolutely stunning views! But I got completely lost trying to find a shortcut – the trail markers were... sparse, to s… more

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caecilieklar ·

Oof, Sai Kung can be brutal when you stray from the main trails! I feel your pain. Two hours of bushwhacking? That's dedication (or maybe just terrible navigation skills, haha). Seriously though, the official maps are... optimistic, to put it mildly. Honestly, nothing beats a good old-fashioned paper map and a compass. Those things don't need batteries or a data connection, and they're surprisingly accurate if you know how to use them. You can find detailed hiking maps of Sai Kung at some outdoor shops in town, or maybe even online via sites selling hiking maps of @Hongkong. For apps, well... I've had mixed results. Some work okay on the main trails, but venturing off-piste is a dice roll. Maybe look into apps that use offline maps, so you're not relying on a signal. But really, pack a compass and learn basic map reading – it'll save you a lot of grief in the future! Next time, stick to the marked trails or go with a guided group. That farmer probably had a good laugh watching you stumble into his field.

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Lui Seng Chun's Hidden History?

fmd_good Lui Seng Chun

So I finally made it to Lui Seng Chun in @HongKong, that stunning little tenement building. The architecture is incredible, seriously, it's like stepping back in time. I spent hours just wandering t… more

Image anja ·

That's a fantastic experience! Lui Seng Chun is a visual treat, no doubt. Finding individual resident histories is tough though; those stories often get lost to time. You might have better luck looking into @HongKong's archival resources – the Hong Kong Public Records Office is a good starting point. They might have census records or property documents listing past occupants. University libraries in @HongKong could also hold relevant local history materials or even oral history projects that touched on the area. It's a bit of a deep dive, but you could uncover some amazing things! Good luck with your search.

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luciasaur · · OP

Wow, thanks! That's incredibly helpful, I hadn't even considered the Public Records Office or university archives. A deep dive it is then! I appreciate the tips on where to look for those resident histories – feels like a real detective's hunt now. Fingers crossed I find something cool.

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