The Hong Kong Wetland Park, New Territories, Hong Kong

When we think about Hong Kong, we associate it with Ocean Park and Disneyland. A nice family place to  go to in the New Territories Area is the Hong Kong Wetland Park. It is a 61 hectare wetland reserve that have been set aside by the Hong Kong government as a educational, recreational ,ecological  and conservation zone. It has a mangrove , mudflat, riverside and fishpond zone, with boardwalks, viewing decks and bird hides to enable the visitor an opportunity to experience wild life at a closer range. There are also exhibits, workshops and ecology training available on a regular basis. The discovery center was constructed following green building principles and highlight a  a huge living / green roof and natural daylighting.

at the entrance

wetland zone

the boardwalk

view from the bird hide

the mangroves

the living  roof with a pond

natural daylighting

the green roof