Hong Kong’s Geopark: A Natural Movie Star! 🌟
Hey explorers! Have you ever wondered what it’s like to walk through a place that’s over 100 million years old? 🌋
Welcome to the Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark! Located in the eastern and northeastern parts of Hong Kong, it’s a super cool park filled with amazing rocks, gorgeous islands, and tons of animals and plants. 🌳🐾
A Giant Natural Museum 🏞️
This geopark isn’t just any park—it’s like a giant outdoor museum! It has two main areas:
- Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Region
- Northeast New Territories Sedimentary Rock Region
Each area has awesome sights to see, and there are eight amazing spots in total! 😍
World’s Largest Hexagonal Rock Columns 🛑
In the Sai Kung area, you can find giant hexagonal rock columns! Imagine rocks that look like huge honeycombs stretching as far as the eye can see. 🍯 These rocks are some of the biggest in the world, with each column being about 1.2 meters wide. That’s almost as tall as some of you! 🤩
Meet Po Pin Chau: The Movie Star Island 🎬
One of the coolest spots is Po Pin Chau. It’s a big rock island near Hong Kong’s largest reservoir. This island is over 100 million years old—dating back to the Jurassic period when dinosaurs roamed the Earth! 🦕
Because it’s so unique and beautiful, filmmakers love using Po Pin Chau in movies. If you’ve seen the Hong Kong movie “Murderer” starring Aaron Kwok, you’ve caught a glimpse of this amazing place! 📽️
Why Visit the Geopark? 🌿
Besides being a movie star, the geopark is a place where you can:
- Discover rare rocks and learn about geology 🪨
- Enjoy stunning landscapes and take awesome photos 📸
- Experience rich biodiversity with plants and animals 🌱🦋
- Learn about Hong Kong’s cultural heritage 🏮
It’s like a real-life adventure waiting for you! So next time you’re thinking about where to go, why not explore this natural wonder? 🧭
Remember, the world is full of amazing places just waiting to be discovered by curious minds like yours! 🌎✨
Reference(s):
Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark draws filmmakers with unique geology
cgtn.com
