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The shape
of the Cheung Chau is like a dump bell, which is situated to the
west of Hong Kong. It is a traditional fishing village and the
scenery of the island is picturesque. It has preserved the style
of old day fishing port with natural beauty. The east bay water
is crystal clear and sand fresh, an ideal spot of taking sea bath.
The Pak Tai Temple (Lord of north and patron
of Cheung Chau Island) was built in 1783 on this island, inside
which are kept an ancient sword and a one hundred year old wood
bridge. The annual Taoist Ritual Tour of Peace and Eliminating
Calamities, Piao Se and Bao San fairs are all held here. The Taoist
Ritual Tour of Peace and Eliminating Calamities is a traditional
religious activity whose original meaning is to offer thanks to
god for blessings and protecting peace and to release souls from
purgatory.
There is a cave on the island along the hill
top road outward to the other end, which is called 'Zhang Bao
Chai Cave'. It is said that in the 19th century, pirate Zhang
Bal Chai hid his treasure in this cave, inside which the path
is narrow with darkness all around and only a ray of light on
top called sky of a ray. Those who are interested in exploration
may come and have a look.
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