Sometimes 2GB memory is not enough

Hong Kong is evidently brimming with history. One piece of history is in the Yuen Long district of the New Territories in a village at Ping Shan, and involves the historic Tang family clan. The Tang had moved into the area now known as New Territories from approximately the twelfth century, surviving past all the rest of China's ruling dynasties. An old british police station was converted into a small museum, detailing the clan's life through the ages. The surroung area is filled with ancestral halls, old architecture and small shrines. Ping Shan is one place that definitely interests my liking of Chinese history and culture. No, I did not plan the entire trip, lol.

Speaking of places to see, the Ngong Ping on Lantau Island is a must. Known as the place of the 'Big Buddha', Ngong Ping features many 'touristy' attractions including theatre shows, many souviner shops, among others. The island itself holds the International Airport and its landscape is ripe for camping and tramping. Although there is definitely nothing wrong with the Cable car to reach the village

Festivals are afoot!

First off is National Day. Celebrated in China and it's regions on the first of October, it also happens to be one of the only times in HK that fireworks are allowed (the other obvious one being Chinese New Year).

I did, however, get the Friday 'break' to get uni stuff done, then.... Mid-Autumn Festival!

For many, it is a time to get together on the public holiday, eating mooncake, lighting lanterns and admiring the full moon. For some it is a time to hangout with friends and have a good time. It also happens to be near the National Day of the People's Republic of China, making for one messy timetable that week (catch-up lessons on Sundays anyone?).