First day was exhausting with all the walking. Definitely lost stamina from the backpacking days during Easter. Well, this day is packed to the brim! Starting from going to Lantau Island (aka Da Yu Shan) to The Peak at night :)
We woke up early to catch the famous Starferry from HK island to Southeast of Lantau Island at a place called Mui Wo. Well, according to our guide book we're able to see nice coastal view of the island before reaching our destination Ngong Ping.
This is An reading the papers while waiting for our ferry to arrive.
Gate to board Starferry to Lantau Island - Mui Wo:
Transportation in HK is pretty convenient, we can pay all kinds of transport with our Octopus Card (Ba Da Tong). It works the same way as our ez-link card and is used for most of the public transport and even food payment.
View of HK's skyline in the day.
Me & Dear
Upon reaching Mui Wo pier...
This is the area where we queue for our bus to Ngong Ping, just a few metres from the pier.
Then we waited, and waited and waited... and realised that the next bus only arrive after 40mins! OMG... the queue is getting longer and longer! Luckily we didnt leave the queue, cuz when the bus arrived, only half of the passengers queueing up can board! and the next bus is 1hr later... *heng*
Actually, there is SOME coastal view... and they are pretty much being obscured by trees and bushes =_=|| Ayez, but we still did see some impressive mountains that were so densely covered with trees and a nice view of a lake (which we only know later it's a reservoir)
YEAY! Reach Ngong Ping~ Home to the famous Po Lin Monastery and the Big Buddha. Truly a sight to behold :)
Pardon my excitement, but this area is literally the ideal place to Shang Shan Xiu Xing! *looks at Xueyin* hahaha... Huge open areas surrounded by green mountains and the sea in the distance with a magnificent Buddha sitting serenely in the middle of nature. *Amitabha*
Climbing up the steps to reach the Buddha...
And finally at the top!!!
the BIG Buddha
Scenery behind the Buddha
I love this picture...
We came back down to go into Po Lin Monastery. It's nice being greeted by Laughing Buddha at the entrance *happiness* haha...
and into the main square of the monastery:
Interestingly, there are many Poinsettia plants around. With its vibrant red, I'm sure it doubles up as a prosperous and lucky colour for the Chinese in the Christmas season :)
An is fascinated with the intricate carving of this dragon on pillars of the main hall.
Done with Ngong Ping~, we took a bus to Tung Chung for Factory Outlet mad shopping!
That place is a must go for tourists! haha... Levis, Adidas, Puma, Nike, I.T., Esprit... it's a factory outlet MALL! Woohoo~ Whilst An had a very fruitful shopping trip, I returned to HK island without any buys :(
Anyway, the next highlight for us is to head to THE PEAK! and guess who I saw?? Jackie Chan!
That's a prelude to what tourist will see at Madam Toussauds up at the peak.
Taking the tram up!
I think the Peak is like a showcase of the best in HK's history. Most popular movie stars to the essential transport for the rich and famous to reach their super duper expensive homes at the peak.
Famous Person 1 - Bruce LEe
Famous Person 2 - Maggie Cheung & Famous Person 3 posing behind the pillar - Jackie Chan
Best of Hong Kong skyline from The Terrace:
And a nice meal to celebrate our 2 years together @ Forrest Gump inspired restaurant - Bubba Gump! *happiness*
Shrimp Platter~~ *drools*
I'm impressed how patient An can be while peeling prawn shell
Popular quotes from the movie -
What's the difference between being stupid and an idiot?? Oh no, is that a stupid question? Or an idiotic question? *Arghhh~*
Heading down from the Peak - Peak hours for cabbies
And tony Chopper finally makes his appearance on MTR.
YAW!
Zzz...
