Lantau Island
Lantau Island is one of the most beautiful islands in China, but despite its ease of access, it has remained underdeveloped in comparison to others. The main reason for visiting Lantau Island is to get away from the dense, urban hustle of Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula. Life moves a little slower—but not too much slower—and the roads are a little windier.
On Lantau, you can go from the beaches to the big pagoda to the Discovery Bay bar-restaurant in the same day. Lantau is a paradise for those who enjoy getting out and about, but it also has a lot to offer history buffs and culture vultures. Lantau has something for everyone, whether you want to hike to a sunset viewpoint or take a glass-bottomed gondola to Hong Kong's tall seated Buddha before returning to a restaurant by the sea.
Travel Tip: On weekends and holidays, major attractions on Lantau Island, such as the Po Lin Monastery and Disneyland, become overrun with domestic tourists, especially in the spring and fall. If you want to avoid crowds, try to visit popular places on weekdays and ask your reception desk about places with few people.
- Location: Hong Kong, China
