Tai O, A Serene Escape Amidst Hong Kong's Bustle
Lantau Island, Hong Kong
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Introduction
Tai O was once the main fishing port and salt production area in Hong Kong, as well as a garrison town. For generations, Tai O has been the home of fishermen and Tanka people. To ensure a sense of security, they built sheds along the river. These traditional sheds were designed with fishing boats in mind, with the front serving as the site for fishermen's daily activities and the back used for sun-drying salted fish and seaweed. The sheds are interconnected, and some passageways cut through neighbors' living rooms or kitchens, creating a close-knit community. These sheds, waterways, and bridges together form the unique layout of Tai O today.