Stanley, Hong Kong - a Hidden Gem in the Middle of Hong Kong City

Hong Kong is known for its dense population and high skyscrapers crowding the downtown core of the city. After visiting the Victoria Peak, we would like to explore the less crowded and quieter side of this city. Stanley - was the next place on our itinerary. It was easy for us going to places in Hong Kong with its subway system. Since we also wanted to see the city as much as possible, we went to Stanley via the public bus. I had never been to Stanley before, therefore it was a pleasant surprise to for me to discover a sandy beach right in the city of Hong Kong accessable by the subway!

Just a stone throw from the station, we came across a nice waterfront promenade with a few shops and restaurants serving up western style food.

We were even more surprsied when we saw a magnificent victoria building, the Murry House, standing right on the waterfront of Stanley.

We went inside and learned a bit of the history of this great building.

I heard of the famous Stanley Market and we visited it this time! The Stanley Market - a marketplace with numerous shops selling souvenirs, clothing, fashion accessories and local artwork.

We found a church doing an outreach ministry by offering passerby a place to rest their feet and to enjoy a free cup of tea/ coffee. Tired from our walking, we were so happy to sit for a while, enjoyed a cold cup of water, and tea and a few moments of peace and rest.

After we left the Stanley Market, we continued to explore the Stanley District. We followed a small path leading to a breathtaking scenery with huge brown boulders lining the shore while high white waves pounding and splashing against them according to nature's rthymn.

I was mesmerized by the sight n the sounds of the waves which had a magical soothing effect on me. I could have sat there on the rocks listening to the sounds of the waves all day!

Hong Kong is full of energy and is a vibrant city. There are people everywhere; neon lights and signs are shinning bright all the time. Discovering the quieter and tranquil side of the city was just a delightful experience! Stanley is totally beyond our expectations - with its sparse population, a tranquil setting and slower pace of life, it has captivated us completely!

R.T. Stanley - a joy to discover! Hong Kong 160625