Whispers of history echo around us here at Nam Tong Mei Lek. Can you feel the weight of the past mingling with the sea breeze? Nam Tong Mei Lek isn’t just a cave entrance. It’s a portal to a time when Hong Kong’s landscape played a crucial role in its survival. Look around. Imagine the rugged terrain during the Japanese occupation of 1941-1945. Nam Tong Mei Lek, part of Tung Lung Chau island, became a refuge, a hidden path amidst the turmoil. The island itself shrunk in population, a testament to the hardships faced. But life, like the persistent waves against the shore, found a way. Even earlier, in 1819, the area around here, Tung Lung Chau island, was already marked on historical records, thanks to the New Territories Gazetteer. But it was during World War II that places like Nam Tong Mei Lek took on new significance. They became symbols of resilience. They offered a glimpse of hope amidst the shadows of war. As you explore this cave entrance, remember the stories etched into these rocks. They speak of a Hong Kong that persevered, a community that clung to its identity, even in the face of adversity.
Sai Wan Shan
Considering a hike today? Sai Wan Shan is calling us. Sai Wan Shan is a hill within Sai Kung East