“Did you ever hear of a rock with two names?” Ta Ho Pai, also known as Harley Rock, is more than just a reef. It’s a submerged stone sentinel guarding the waters where Shenzhen meets the sea. Ta Ho Pai sits off the coast of Shenzhen. It’s a natural reef. It has seen Shenzhen transform from a small fishing village to a metropolis. Imagine the stories this rock could tell. Shenzhen, a city known for its skyscrapers and bustling energy, also holds hidden natural wonders like Ta Ho Pai. It’s a reminder that even in a modern metropolis, nature still holds its ground. While Shenzhen might be famous as China’s Silicon Valley, its coastline also has these quieter, more ancient stories to tell. Ta Ho Pai witnessed Shenzhen’s explosive growth. It saw the city’s population surge from a mere 20,000 to over 13 million. It observed the rise of tech giants like Huawei and Tencent. Ta Ho Pai remained a silent observer as Shenzhen became a global hub for import and export. Ta Ho Pai may be submerged, but its history is just as significant as the towering skyscrapers of Shenzhen. It is a testament to the enduring power of nature, even amidst rapid urban development.
Sai Wan Shan
Considering a hike today? Sai Wan Shan is calling us. Sai Wan Shan is a hill within Sai Kung East