Hong Kong Geopark (Part 2)

SAI KUNG VOLCANIC ROCK REGION — World Unique Volcanic Columns
Most hexagonal volcanic rock columns in other regions of the world are usually basic basaltic lava. By contrast, the hexagonal columns in Sai Kung are acidic silica-rich rhyolitic volcanic rock. This
extraordinary composition makes them particularly interesting. Their large coverage of over 100 km2 (including sea area) and average diameter of 1.2 m also made them outrival similar columns
in the world. More amazingly, the volcanic rock here has both the features of tuff and lava, and how they have come about has been a topic of debate among geologists to the present day.

High Island

Well arranged hexagonal volcanic columns are well exposed along the coast of High Island. The magnificent hexagonal volcanic column wall at the High Island Reservoir East Dam is like a “Natural Hexagonal Column Mural”, where geographical phenomena like faults, folds, twisted rock columns and dyke intrusions are best appreciated at close quarters. The Tai Long Wan coast nearby showcases a breathtaking coastal landform of volcanic rocks, and justifiably rated

as No. 1 of “Top Ten Hong Kong Natural Attractions” many times.

Ung Kong Group

Together known as the Ung Kong Group, Wang Chau, Basalt Island and Bluff Island consist of hexagonal columns, which are well exposed along the coast. The southeast-facing coastlines, attacked by the relentless waves and wind, showcase some spectacular columnar joints and precipitous cliffs. The 30m-high long sea arch at Wang Chau, the 45m-high sea arch at Basalt Island and the Tiu Chung Arch at Jin Island have entered the list of top four sea arches

in Hong Kong.

Ninepin Group

The Ninepin Group is made up of three larger islands, namely East Ninepin Island, South Ninepin Island and North Ninepin Island, and several small rock islets. Imposing hexagonal columns of North Ninepin Island are particularly breathtaking. Long-term wind and wave erosion of rocks with joints has resulted in many peculiar abrasion landforms. The hexagonal

rock columns here are measured over 2 m in diameter, ranking first in the region.

Sharp Island

Located on the western edge of the Sai Kung caldera, Sharp Island is covered by various volcanic rocks formed earlier than the hexagonal columns, including lava and eutaxite.

In the west it is connected to a small island Kiu Tau by a tombolo made up of cobbles.

For detail information, please visit http://www.geopark.gov.hk/en_landforms.html

Hong Kong Geopark (Part 1)

What is a Geopark?
A geopark is an unique natural area with special geological significance and natural and cultural landscapes, and serves the three objectives of conservation, education and sustainable
development.

Why does Hong Kong need to establish a geopark? A Geopark serves to conserve the unique landforms and landscapes in Hong Kong, through protecting the landform environment that provides natural habitat to many living things. Such an integrated conservation strategy is also a global trend. Therefore, we establish the geopark to promote landform androck conservation.

Geoparks meeting prescribed conditions may be listed as national and global. Now, China
has 183 national geoparks, with 22 designated as global,out of the 64 global geoparks
in the world. The establishment of Hong Kong National Geopark can provide momentum for
local nature conservation and be a focal point for further action by the government and the interested parties

In addition, Hong Kong, as part of China, can display to the world its nature conservation results which Hong Kong people are proud of. The international image of Hong Kong does not have to be just a city with many buildings but can also be a natural and healthy international metropolis.

Hong Kong Geopark -
Hong Kong Geopark is made up of eight Geo-Areas distributed across the Sai Kung Volcanic
Rock Region and Northeast New Territories Sedimentary Rock Region, a total area of about 50 square kilometres

Details concerning the Hong Kong Geopark can be obtained at the following website:
http://www.geopark.gov.hk/en_index.html

X’mas at Hong Kong Disneyland in 2010

Hong Kong Disneyland Christmas season will begin November 19 – January 2 in 2010. Now, the main attractions and themes will be introduced  to you.  

Do you are bear lover? If you were, it is no reason for you miss the Christmas Disneyland this year. In this year, a new character, Duffy comes to Disneyland. He is a very cute beer.

To visit Disneyland, you can meet and greet with Duffy the Disney bear.

In the Main Street U.S.A, you can see the beautifully decorated Christmas tree in Christms Town. Also, it is the perfect place to watch the wonderful snow fall.

Besides, to appreciate the “Let It Snow” Christmas Parade, you can see Mickey and his friends dancing and celebrating on the Main Stree U.S.A.  Moreover, a small world Christmas is waiting for you. :)

From Kit Chan