Sai Kung, New Territories
Sai Kung West Country Park
![Public Forest/Natural Area: Natural Reserve, National Parks, Regional Parks, other parks and public forests, even private land that has been set aside for conservation. Balance your emphasis of forests with parklands to discourage the over-use of natural areas. Public Forest/Natural Area](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_73.gif)
![Wildlife Habitat: Native environment for animals and the plants that sustain them. Can represent native natural environments, or protected areas such as park reserves where larger animals and other wildlife can be found. Wildlife Habitat](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_83.gif)
![Native Forests/Plants: Flora that is indigenous in the region, sometimes called old growth, heirloom or indigenous species. Native species requires less water and care than exotic imports, and usually attract more birds, bees and butterflies, and help the cycle of life stay in balance. May include a master gardener, permaculturalist or horticulturalist or information center. Native Forests/Plants](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_75.gif)
![Eco-Tour/Nature Walk: Marks the beginning of a hiking trail, guided tour starting point or an interesting walk. Maps, signage and information may be found here. Eco-Tour/Nature Walk](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_97.gif)
![Natural Corridor/Greenway: Often follows along a river or streambed, ravine or steep hill, disused rail bed or roadway. May indicate a wildlife corridor for land animals that is left in a natural state, with native plants to shelter them. Often have paths for running, cycling, skating, etc. Natural Corridor/Greenway](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_66.gif)
![Sailing/Row Boat Launch: Public pier or site to launch non-motorized boats, especially sailboats or rowboats. Sailing/Row Boat Launch](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_100.gif)
![Bird and Wildlife Watching: Place to view animals in the wild. Officially recognized or locally-known sites could be accompanied by guidelines for viewing without harm, and details on the species you might see. May include organizations or wildlife centers that help protect animals. Bird and Wildlife Watching](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_90.gif)
![Camping: Area set aside for sleeping outdoors, using tents or other camping equipment. Care is needed not to destroy the surrounding vegetation, waterways, habitat or wilderness. Camping](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_104.gif)
Overview
Designated in 1978, Sai Kung West Country Park occupies 3,000 hectares of wild country in the western part of Sai Kung Peninsula. Except for a few remote villages, the entire region that extends from Pak Tam Au to Yung Shue O is encompassed within the country park. Pak Sha O is the best preserved old village in the park. Original rural architectural features like relief murals and old-style decorated doorways can still be seen today.
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