Tung Chung Fort
Tung Chung Fort
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BradJill
Hong Kong, China157,307 contributions
Nov 2021
The Tung Chung Fort is part of a collection of historic attractions that make up the Relics of Tung Chung, as sponsored by the Hong Kong Antiquities and Monuments Office (AMO), while not a formal heritage trail, there is a pamphlet with map and description of the various historic attractions including the Tung Chung Fort on their website for those interested.
This is historic Qing Dynasty Fort is a Declared Monument in HK. It was constructed in the early 19th-century for the purpose of defending the coastal lands around modern day Tung Chung on Lantau Island. It is located on the south side of Tung Chung Road and can be conveniently visited along with the other Relics around Tung Chung including the Tin Hau Temple, Hau Wong Temple, Tung Chung Battery and Fu Tei Wan Lime Kiln
What you will find is a restored fort wall which you can climb and walk all the way around. The front includes six mounted cannons from the 19th century, although it is not known if these were originally from this particular fort. There is a small Centre inside the fort walls with information and artefacts for this and other of Relic historic attractions mentioned above. The Centre is open from 10am to 5pm (Wed - Sun) but closed on Tuesdays.
The fort was occupied and in use throughout the 19th-century but was abandoned in 1898 when the New Territories was leased to the British. It was then used as an early police station by the British and later as by Wa Ying College, Rural Committee Office and lastly a public Primary School in Tung Chung, for which you will find old abandoned school buildings within the fort grounds.
Overall, the restored fort is an interesting historic place worth finding if you plan to spend time in the Tung Chung area and have interest in such sightseeing. It also makes for a fairly convenient detour attraction to visit for those planning on doing the Ngong Ping 360 Rescue Trail or the Tung O Ancient Trail, it is not far out of the way of these trails if you have the time and energy.
This is historic Qing Dynasty Fort is a Declared Monument in HK. It was constructed in the early 19th-century for the purpose of defending the coastal lands around modern day Tung Chung on Lantau Island. It is located on the south side of Tung Chung Road and can be conveniently visited along with the other Relics around Tung Chung including the Tin Hau Temple, Hau Wong Temple, Tung Chung Battery and Fu Tei Wan Lime Kiln
What you will find is a restored fort wall which you can climb and walk all the way around. The front includes six mounted cannons from the 19th century, although it is not known if these were originally from this particular fort. There is a small Centre inside the fort walls with information and artefacts for this and other of Relic historic attractions mentioned above. The Centre is open from 10am to 5pm (Wed - Sun) but closed on Tuesdays.
The fort was occupied and in use throughout the 19th-century but was abandoned in 1898 when the New Territories was leased to the British. It was then used as an early police station by the British and later as by Wa Ying College, Rural Committee Office and lastly a public Primary School in Tung Chung, for which you will find old abandoned school buildings within the fort grounds.
Overall, the restored fort is an interesting historic place worth finding if you plan to spend time in the Tung Chung area and have interest in such sightseeing. It also makes for a fairly convenient detour attraction to visit for those planning on doing the Ngong Ping 360 Rescue Trail or the Tung O Ancient Trail, it is not far out of the way of these trails if you have the time and energy.
Written 21 November 2021
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China13,101 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
The was the main defensive base for Hong Kong waters during the Qing Dynasty. Tung Chung Fort is now a relatively intact site with cannons and watchtowers. The small exhibition inside shows the history of the fort and Tung Chung in general. Not particulatly interesting but worth a look.
Written 21 July 2019
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Hong Kong, China1,234 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
A smaller fort with approx 8 cannons
Place has a history over 300 years
Has not maintained well and it’s a waste
Smaller museum of ancient farming and fishing items can be found in the premises
Place has a history over 300 years
Has not maintained well and it’s a waste
Smaller museum of ancient farming and fishing items can be found in the premises
Written 5 January 2019
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Miranda
Hong Kong, China424 contributions
May 2018
The best way to get there is to take the MTR to Tung Chung and take the bus 11, 34 or 3M. The bus stop is right across. At the entrance is an Indian restaurant. The site is modestly maintained. With all the money the Hong Kong Gov’t has, one would imagine an historical site would be kept in a more dignified condition. But no, the surounding is a dump. You can spend about half an hour at most there. One can always go to the Tung Chung Outlet mall to study the hisory of outlet shopping in Hong Kong. It has more than 10 years of history.
Written 20 May 2018
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HKeater
Singapore, Singapore31,215 contributions
Nov 2016 • Family
If you're coming from Tung Chung station, the easiest way is to take the 38 bus from the terminus to Yat Tung estate terminus. From there, head towards the shopping centre, past the wet market and head towards the footbridge that crosses to Tung Chung Road. There are signs to the fort from there. It's about 50 metres up a path from the road.
The perimeter walls are intact enough to walk along. It's a small perimeter heading up hill slightly and you can complete it in about 5 mins.
The cannons on display are not the originals, but they give a good idea of what it must've looked like.
The perimeter walls are intact enough to walk along. It's a small perimeter heading up hill slightly and you can complete it in about 5 mins.
The cannons on display are not the originals, but they give a good idea of what it must've looked like.
Written 5 November 2016
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Jason Tsang
873 contributions
Sep 2016 • Solo
I've read about Tung Chung Fort from various sources and seen pictures. But I also know it's not on the to-do lists of many people who visit HK. It's important in that it played a valuable role in coastal defence of HK and has links with Kowloon Walled City (now a public park with charming gardens and all that remains is the Almshouse). It was a minor attraction in my parent's distant youth and back in the 60's, it was even more remote. Back then there was no Tung Chung the town and Chek Lap Kok was a small village where part of the airport now stands. It took me about 30 mins walk from Tung Chung MTR. Back then that part of Lantau has a few villages tucked away, getting to the fort then must have taken a lot longer.
From Tung Chung MTR go up to the end of Tat Tung Road, at the end turn left to join Shun Tung Road and head to the end and on the other side of the road the Fire Station and the Police Station on the corner. Cross the road and turn right. The locals use the subway, so near the end you will need to go down done steps to get to the subway. You should be on Yu Tung Road. Carry on walking and you will see North Lantau Hospital. Then you are on the right direction. There are 2 pedestrian bridges which makes the journey easier. The first is by the hospital. Cross over and carry on walking and go up the second bridge, at the top turn left to get to the other side and go the steps on the left. Walk a bit further and you will see a small arch. Walk up that path in front of you. You are now at the famous Tung Chung Fort. It's now part of a village and there is a small recreation ground in front of the fort. Useful for restless children.
The fort is free to get in and it is pretty much as they found it a century ago. There's been some maintenance work done and it is in theory possible to walk around the wall. There is a small state school where the main building used to be. You can imagine what the view might have been back then. This is as close to a Chinese castle as you will ever get. There isn't a formal set of volunteers here like what you get at National Trust properties in Britain. No teashops or souvenirs here. But enjoy what the fort has to offer. It's quite educational and fun for people like castles and history.
There are actually 2 Tung Chung forts. This is the upper fort, there is a smaller one by the sea, halfway down a hill. The remains of this fort is less impressive as it is just a few walls and half a stone dome. You can find this smaller fort by going down the road by the hospital and down a small lane by a small collection of local restaurants (one is Thai and another does pizza). This road leads you to the old Tung Chung harbour. But the remains of the fort is by the last corner before you reach the small car park at the bottom. Enjoy.
From Tung Chung MTR go up to the end of Tat Tung Road, at the end turn left to join Shun Tung Road and head to the end and on the other side of the road the Fire Station and the Police Station on the corner. Cross the road and turn right. The locals use the subway, so near the end you will need to go down done steps to get to the subway. You should be on Yu Tung Road. Carry on walking and you will see North Lantau Hospital. Then you are on the right direction. There are 2 pedestrian bridges which makes the journey easier. The first is by the hospital. Cross over and carry on walking and go up the second bridge, at the top turn left to get to the other side and go the steps on the left. Walk a bit further and you will see a small arch. Walk up that path in front of you. You are now at the famous Tung Chung Fort. It's now part of a village and there is a small recreation ground in front of the fort. Useful for restless children.
The fort is free to get in and it is pretty much as they found it a century ago. There's been some maintenance work done and it is in theory possible to walk around the wall. There is a small state school where the main building used to be. You can imagine what the view might have been back then. This is as close to a Chinese castle as you will ever get. There isn't a formal set of volunteers here like what you get at National Trust properties in Britain. No teashops or souvenirs here. But enjoy what the fort has to offer. It's quite educational and fun for people like castles and history.
There are actually 2 Tung Chung forts. This is the upper fort, there is a smaller one by the sea, halfway down a hill. The remains of this fort is less impressive as it is just a few walls and half a stone dome. You can find this smaller fort by going down the road by the hospital and down a small lane by a small collection of local restaurants (one is Thai and another does pizza). This road leads you to the old Tung Chung harbour. But the remains of the fort is by the last corner before you reach the small car park at the bottom. Enjoy.
Written 11 October 2016
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Tyler F
Singapore, Singapore48 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
We could not find this. There was no clear direction to this little fort. The hike is steep as well. A local guy was also unaware of this.
Written 9 October 2016
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arorajianil
Hong Kong, China906 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
This is very small fort and you might see the entire fort in less than 20 min. There is one very small room where some historical things are kept and on the other side you can see some 6-7 cannons.
Written 26 August 2016
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Sonia L
Hong Kong, China258 contributions
Oct 2015 • Family
If you wish to take a walk or bike out of Tung Chung, chances are you'll pass by the Tung Chung fort. If you like history of HK wars, and defence sites, worth the visit! Does not take long to explore, and they have a small cafe nearby if you wish to have a pit stop for a quick drink or bite.
Written 27 June 2016
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HKeater
Singapore, Singapore31,215 contributions
Aug 2015 • Family
A step from Tung Chung Road into the dirt track that leads to the fort.
Good bit of history on display that people don't really care about.
Good bit of history on display that people don't really care about.
Written 7 April 2016
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