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Yuen Long is famous for its blend of nature and heritage. When taking a break from exploring Yuen Long’s indigenous past, also remember to check out other experiences that Yuen Long has to offer. From local diners, to modern architecture, and the best sunset in Hong Kong.
Here are some of our top picks.
Chef’s Stage Kitchen
Yuen Long is well known for its local food scene — from the casual eateries lining the town centre streets to storied noodle shops and lively dai pai dongs at the West Bus Terminal that only open at night. But there are also a handful of international eateries. With its pared-back concrete-walled interior and industrial decor, Chef’s Stage Kitchen
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Hang Heung Cake Shop
This renowned Hong Kong bakery Hang Heung Cake Shop
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Aviary Pagoda
The expanse of green that is Yuen Long Park is an ideal place to walk, seek shade from the sun and rest. Built on an undulating hill, the grassland is dotted with more than 800 trees and is home to a lake filled with fish and lotus plants, a waterfall and pretty ravine. Perched at the top of the park’s hill is the brick-red Aviary Pagoda
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{{taRatingReviewTotal}} {{taRatingReviewText}} Address {{address}} Website {{website}} More info , named because its first floor has been converted into an aviary with shrubs and plants attracting birds. It’s worth climbing to the pagoda’s upper floors for sensational views of Yuen Long, Tin Shui Wai and beyond.
Ping Shan Tin Shui Wai Library
The striking, modern eight-storey library at Ping Shan might at first seem more at home in Stockholm than Hong Kong, but it’s consciously designed to reflect the surrounding heritage sites. Based on a Chinese-style cabinet, Ping Shan Tin Shui Wai Library
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Ha Pak Nai
With its long stretch of mangrove beach, mudflats and calm, reflective waters, Ha Pak Nai
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Mrs Tang Cafe
Extremely popular old-school tea shop famous for its savoury-sweet pineapple buns filled with a slab of butter, egg and tomato. Mrs Tang Cafe
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