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Lamma
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Lovely Lamma
"Stone Age Isle" is the third largest of the outlying islands and
somehow less well-known both to visitors and to local
people. Its nicknames is "Stone Age
Island" because of its archaeological association
with some of the earliest settlements in Hong Kong and
perhaps also because it is reasonably free of high-rise
buildings, cars and factories. Though it is just 8 sq.
km, Lamma is rich in green hills and beautiful bays. And
because of its mountainous, there is a very small area of
cultivation Eroded miuntain tops dominate the
islands grassy lower slopes. Lamma is an island
totally devoted to fishing and has a small population,
less than 6,000 people. Although theres regular
ferry services, it has remained relatively undiscovered.
Sok Kwu Wan which is also known as Pinic Bay is the haunt
of Hong Kongs "Weekend Admirals" or
"Saturday Sailors". Its quay is lined with
excellent fresh seafood restaurants. |