Statues at the base of the Buddah

Day Two

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May 9th 2006
Today I took the ferry over to Central Hong Kong, then another to Lantau Island, home of the Big Buddah at Po Lin Monastery. Took a couple hours to see the Buddah and enjoy a hearty vegetarian meal in the Monastery -- then I followed signs pointing to "Wisdom Path." Not knowing where I was heading or what I was looking for, I just enjoyed walking through the woods for about 10 minutes. Finally, ... read more

Asia » Hong Kong » Lantau Island

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Occupied by the UK in 1841, Hong Kong was formally ceded by China the following year; various adjacent lands were added later in the 19th century. Pursuant to an agreement signed by China and the UK on 19 December 1984, Hong Kong became the Hong Kong... ... read more