Walk down memory lane in historic Hong Kong border town boost to area’s economy, John Lee says as he flags up new eco-tourism ferry route
- Average of 1,800 visitors a month visit historic Hong Kong border town Sha Tau Kok after partial reopening in June 2022
- Chief Executive John Lee says eco-tourism visits have boosted area and hinted at new ferry service to link town to other natural attractions in New Territories
The Security Bureau provided the statistics as Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu visited the town on Saturday and said the influx of visitors, closed off to most outsiders since the 1950s as part of a colonial-era bid to combat illegal immigration, had lifted the area’s economy.
“I am very happy to see that many residents in the district have welcomed this plan, which has brought vitality to Sha Tau Kok, boosted the local economy and increased the level of happiness in its residents,” Lee said as he marked the second phase of the town’s opening up.
“This proves that the history, culture and natural scenery of Sha Tau Kok is unique, attractive and valued by tourists.”
Lee said about 34,000 people in 860 tour groups had visited the border town since its partial reopening.
