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4 Shing Mun Reservoir
Ask any hiking aficionado to recommend a beginners’ route in Hong Kong and they will likely direct you to the Shing Mun Reservoir Walk. Providing great scenic rewards for relatively minimal effort, this New Territories gem has turned many hiking newbies into regular trekkers. On a clear sunny day, you’ll see the emerald water reflecting the overhanging trees in a glassy, mirror-like effect. The magnificent reservoir is largely enveloped by dense, untamed woodlands and mountainous slopes, but closely hugging the reservoir is a paved trail that's flat, wide, and straightforward—making for an easy stroll suitable for all ages. Along the path, you will encounter beautiful paperbark trees, war-time relics, and a host of wildlife, including monkeys, butterflies, squirrels! Click here to read more about how to hike (or leisurely stroll) around the Shing Mun Reservoir.