This easy urban hike is filled with a rich history of Hong Kong's past — it even gets its name from pirate's of the Ming Dynasty! Take in the views of both the mountains and skyline as you embrace the old and new of Hong Kong.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Moderate
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
Wide-angle lens (29mm)
Model
Comfortable clothes/shoes
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Water
How to get there
N22° 17' 38.1948"E114° 14' 38.1732"
The image was taken from Devil's Peak Top Battery with a view of the Lei Yue Mun Estate and city skyline. I stood just before the stone ledge looking west to get this view.
To get here, take the MTR Kwun Tong (Green Line) to Yau Tong station and exit from A1 into Domain Mall. Go up the escalators to the mall’s ground floor and then find the Tai Hing restaurant at the end of the ground floor. From here, exit the mall onto Ko Chiu Road.
Continue walking up Ko Chiu Road for a few minutes until you reach a curve in the sidewalk leading you up a hill. There will be a sign pointing to the hill that reads, “Chinese Permanent Cemetery.” Follow the paved road and start walking up the hill.
About 10-15 mins into the paved hike, you'll see a sign saying "Wilson Trail" to your left. Cross the road, and walk up the steps toward the trail. Take the trail going left and follow the signs, and the GPS coordinates, for Devil’s Peak Top Battery.
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