Second East Mountain. That’s what Yi Tung Shan means in Chinese. It’s a name that whispers of a hidden peak a forgotten corner of Lantau Island. Look around you. This is the ninth highest mountain in all of Hong Kong.
Yi Tung Shan rises to 747 meters a giant amongst its neighbours. It sits east of Sunset Peak a majestic sentinel watching over the island. Imagine the views from its summit. A panoramic sweep across the South China Sea the bustling city of Hong Kong a distant hum.
The Lantau Trail Stage 2 skirts the northern side of its peak. Hikers wind their way through silvergrass seas in autumn and winter. Imagine yourself enveloped in that golden shimmering beauty. A truly unforgettable experience.
But Yi Tung Shan is more than just a magnificent climb. It holds secrets. Nestled between Yi Tung Shan and Sunset Peak lies Lantau Mountain Camp. Stone houses cling to the hillside. Their roofs are fragile. They are silent witnesses to time. To those who sought shelter here. To the stories whispered on the wind.
Caution is needed. The paths can be unclear. Especially the one leading from Lantau Mountain Camp to Yi Tung Shan’s peak. The climb is challenging. It requires respect. It rewards those who persevere with breathtaking vistas.
So here we stand. At the foot of Yi Tung Shan. A mountain that blends the grandeur of nature with whispers of history. A mountain that is waiting to be explored. A mountain that will remain in your memory long after you have left. Remember the name. Yi Tung Shan. Second East Mountain. The mountain with a story to tell.