Hong Kong City Secrets

Everything you need to know about the Roman-inspired reservoir nestled in the heart of Sham Shui Po. It's insane to think this gorgeous piece of history was almost demolished!

Explore the haunting allure of these ancient religious sites, where time's touch reveals a beauty that transcends decay and whispers of stories untold.

Nestled in the partially abandoned mining village of Ma On Shan lies Saint Joseph's Chapel, a relic of the past that's slowly falling into ruin. Here's how you can visit it for yourself.

Nam Sang Wai and Tai Sang Wai are comprised of marshes, wetlands, rivers and fish farms. With no crowds and gorgeous scenery, this is a great family adventure that's easily walkable.

Near Waterfall Bay is a little stretch of coastline that's home to thousands of abandoned Buddhist statues. How did they get there and does anyone look after them?

Built in the 1960s for Nepalese Gurkha soldiers serving in the Queen's Hill (Burma Lines) military camp, this gorgeous Hindu temple now stands abandoned in Fanling.

Tai Wo Thai Temple (Wat Makthumvanaram) is tucked away in a secluded jungle setting. It is a wonderful mix of traditional Thai Buddhist architecture and mysterious abandoned structures.

Hong Kong's most scenic bike ride takes you past an amazing river, gorgeous ocean and mountain views, little villages, a huge white Buddha statue and across a massive dam!

Also known as Cat Street, this is where you can find historic Hong Kong treasures, ranging from busts of Chairman Mao to colonial-era curiosities and even kung fu movie posters.

Located far away from the city, these isolated, historic places are shrouded in secrecy, and are VERY creepy. Only venture forth if you dare.

In local Hong Kong folklore, cats are believed to bring good luck and prosperity. However, the city's valiant shop cats play another important role for the business owners who keep them.

What is a junk boat party, when do they happen, how much do they cost and how can you join one? Here's a quick guide to Hong Kong's junk boat party culture.

Constructed in 1786, Sam Tung Uk is a preserved Hakka village house that's been turned into a museum that shares the customs of the Hakka people.

There's no better way to learn about Hong Kong's coastal military history than in the historic Lyemun Fort, which played a major role in the Battle of Hong Kong, 1941.

How one of Hong Kong's most famous Instagram spots is actually a pertinent reminder of tough times in the 1950s and '60s.

The incredible history of Sham Chung - a 300-year-old Hakka settlement in Sai Kung that’s still run by the village’s 7th generation descendants.

How a collection of ancient walled villages that Hong Kongers had once forgotten were given a new lease of life through a new coat of paint.

Some street signs in Hong Kong are so lost in translation that they accidentally end up becoming vulgar or funny. Here is a collection of my favorites!

From a leper colony to a Vietnamese refugee camp and now a prison and drug rehabilitation center, this is the disturbing history of Hei Ling Chau.

Ching Shih (Zheng Yi Sao) was the world’s most successful pirate, leading up to 80,000 men that terrorized the British, Portuguese and Qing government!

While Sea Ranch appears to be an idyllic beachside paradise in the south of Lantau, it is mostly abandoned, with its decaying clubhouse offering a rare snapshot into a bygone era.