Once the Flourishing Pearl Fishing Harbour in Sam Mun Tsai

I’m here! My second Hong Kong visit this year and this time I am with my eldest sister, who’s been travelling to HK 5 times this year alone! We decided to rest up from all the travelling we have done and decided to take a peaceful stroll from our village in Wai Har to Sam Mun Tsai which is about 10 minutes walk. Interestingly, Sam Mun Tsai, Plover Cove was once a flourishing pearl fishing industry as early as the Song Dynasty under the name of “Town of Charming Pearls”. Unfortunately, pearl fishing was later stopped as the production of pearls diminished gradually. It was really important that we understand the culture around our village and where we have come from. It was the perfect knowledge walk whilst enjoying the scenic landscape. Not only was it tranquil, we could see Mother of Mercy in the hazy distance every time we marked our bearings. The villagers lead a simple life, they go fishing, have a good old chat with their neighbours whilst preparing their meal for the evening. As we made our way back home, we started to see fishermen making their way to the harbour. The flies are out in full force and that’s usually a good sign for them as fish come to the surface to feed on them. More Hong Kong adventures to come and do check out my Instagram snaps on the go with the #RVLxHK

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