Bernie Owen and Raynor Shaw are geologists who have walked, investigated and photographed every corner of Hong Kong from Fan Lau in the very south of Lantau Island to Ping Chau in Mirs Bay in the far northeast of the New Territories. They take a holistic approach to landscape development, and examine both natural processes and human influences on landscape. In doing so, they explore the contributions of different rock types, geological structures and modern surface processes, as well as the profound influence of man through the last few decades and centuries.
"Hong Kong is notable for many things. Particularly its economic
success; its human bustle and dynamism; and its unique position as
the best harbour on the Southern coast of China. Less well known is
its superb landscape, both influenced and, through the
"So accustomed are we to think of Hong Kong in terms just of
surface - of its glitter and glamour and temporary attractions -
that we seldom take time to consider its infinitely more
fascinating underpinnings, the ancient rocks and their contortions
that
"Some of the most beautiful and amazing sights in Hong Kong are in
places that many residents, and probably most visitors, never see.
Not only are our landscapes stunning to look at, but they have
fascinating stories to tell. For fans of Hong Kong's outdo
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