“Nam Pin Wai?” you ask. Yes, you are in Nam Pin Wai a walled village in Yuen Long District. It is also sometimes called Nam Bin Wai. This area is part of Hong Kong. Let’s discover its story.
Nam Pin Wai was established by the Tang Clan of Kam Tin. But they moved to Ying Lung Wai later. They thought the feng shui here was bad. Interesting, isn’t it?
Back in 1911, Nam Pin Wai had 519 residents. There were 223 males. This gives us a glimpse into the past.
Nam Pin Wai is part of the Tung Tau alliance. It is also known as the Joint Meeting Group of Seven Villages. Other villages in this alliance are Tung Tau Tsuen and Choi Uk Tsuen. Ying Lung Wai and Shan Pui Tsuen are also members. The last two members are Wong Uk Tsuen and Tai Wai Tsuen. The Yi Shing Temple in Wong Uk Tsuen is the alliance temple.
The Tai Wong Temple is on Cheung Shing Street. This is Nam Pin Wai’s main temple. It also serves Yuen Long Kau Hui. It is a significant place.
Nam Pin Wai has a history. It involves clans and alliances. Its temples show its cultural importance. It is a unique place.