Natural beauty & great views

Even in this highly urbanised world, it is possible to get up close and personal with nature. Here are some spots worth visiting:
Around Tai Po:
Fung Yuen Butterfly Sanctuary – near Tai Po - a short taxi ride to from the Hong Kong Institute of Education campus to the village of Fung Yuen will transport you to a wild place with thousands of butterflies.
Tai Po Waterfront Park – in the nearby Tai Po district, you can go to see the well designed waterfront park with three specially designed children’s playgrounds. Enjoy the view up the Tolo Harbour and the breezes off the water.
Brides Pool – If you have time for a walk, take a bus to Brides Pool and have a short walk in the nature preserve to the waterfall and picnic area.
Ma Shi Chau – If you have some time and energy, go to San Mun Tsai and follow the signs for a walk through the old village and its cemetery and on to the protected area of Ma Shi Chau with its full waterfront experience of beautiful land formations, unspoiled beaches and plentiful beach combing. From the protected area, you may be lucky to get a ride in a sampan back to San Mun Tsai, and from there back to your destination.

On Hong Kong Island:
The Peak – Take a tram, bus or taxi up to the Peak and have a look at the city before venturing down on foot. You can walk easily to the Mid-Levels, and go to Hollywood Road for some shopping and dining.