New Territories HK #1-Fanling (2009&2011)

Tang clan was one of the great five clans in Hong Kong. Many believe that Tang clan descendants are the native Hong Kong people since it was the first clan settled in HK after migrating from Jiangxi Province during Song Dynasty era in 12th century. The most famous remain of Tang Clan is a walled village, Lung Yeuk Tau, in Fanling (New Territory, HK) as people living there are claimed as descendants of Tang’s eldest son. Nowadays all remains of Tang Clan (Lung Yeuk Tau,Kat Hing Wai and Ping Shan) have become HK heritage trails. Yet, due to the close nature of people living there, it is quiet difficult to capture the way they live their lives. I and my friend were disappointed as Lung Yeuk Tau was closed for tourists. Well, anyway, they are completely entitled for having a peaceful life without being annoyed by traveler wannabes like me and my friend trying to freeze moments with our cameras hahahaha. Anyway I was so fond of the traditional ambience of New Year festival there for I am not kind of person who wishes for exuberant prosperity. Wishing for “prosperity” is already an abundant wish anyway. So, happy lunar new year…

Chinese New Year 2009 in Fanling with DSLR camera









Chinese New Year in Fanling (2011). Film: Kodak Pro B&W 400