Lamma Island Attractions

Lamma Island (population 8500), only 40 minutes by ferry from Hong Kong and completely free of traffic, is becoming increasingly popular with weekend holidaymakers. Like many places closely linked to the sea, the chief town, Yung Shue Wan, has a temple dedicated to Tin Hau, patroness of seamen, dating from the Sung dynasty. A Tin Hau Festival is held every year at the end of March or early April. Lamma also has excellent fish restaurants.

The highest point on the island is Mount Stenhouse (353m/1159ft). Hung Shing Ye Wan, Lo So Shing and Mot Tat Wan are all beautiful sandy beaches with sanitary facilities. At some points there are apartments to rent.