Repulse Bay beach
Repulse Bay Beach is the place that is called the most famous in Hong Kong. After all, if there is a rating of the best or most beautiful beaches, then why not give the leading place to Repulse Bay Beach as the most recognizable beach. Moreover, in addition to the purest sand and impeccable water surface on the beach there is an old temple and interestingly colored exhibition pavilions that give the place even more fame.
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Beach description
Beautiful and popular beach in the south of Hong Kong, which has the shape of a perfect crescent. The sandy beach is quite often full of people, you can meet both locals and tourists. The shoreline is wide enough, ideally suited for morning jogging and active sand games, especially among the local population from the elite residential area nearby. The best way to get to the place is by bus, although you can rent a car or a taxi, because parking is also available on the beach. Besides, the trip to the beach itself is already a sight, as the road passes among high-rise skyscrapers and picturesque bays, and the way takes only 15-20 minutes.
Staying on the beach and in the water is absolutely safe, because the beach and the bottom are covered with sand. Therefore, the shoreline is suitable for couples with children who can learn how to swim, swim and build sand castles. In winter, the water temperature is quite cool (about 16 degrees), but in summer it quickly reaches 26 degrees and is very comfortable for a long stay. The bay is protected by a mountain massif, so there is no strong wind here, and waves are typical only for winter. The service in the area
of such an ideal resort has stepped forward so quickly that even medical clinics offer their services to beach guests. You might say that the beach is equipped with the latest technology, because in such area it can not be otherwise.
When is the best time to go?
The best time to travel to Hong Kong – is spring and autumn period. In summer, the rainy season begins, when heavy rains for three consecutive months do not spare the Kowloon Peninsula. In winter it’s pretty cool (the temperature drops to 15 degrees), but in autumn and spring the weather is most comfortable and dry.
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Infrastructure
Here is not only a shower, but also changing rooms, toilets, and also play area for children. Additionally, for tourists are available:
- beach volleyball field;
- picnic and barbecue area;
- pavilions for the sale of food;
- lifeguard services, but only during the daytime and during the high season.
Nearby hotels offer not only decent service and accommodation services, but also chic restaurants with an open observation deck, spa treatments or skyscraper rooftop parties. Cafes and restaurants on the beach are ready to provide both light snacks and drinks, as well as national Hawaiian or Caribbean dishes. In general, the culinary industry in these places is quite developed and deserves special attention from the most sophisticated gastronomic tourist. Living in this area is also well organized, for example, in The Ritz Carlton. Which has not only a convenient location in
the picturesque part of the city, but also a spa, night club, restaurants and other luxury services.
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Waking along the coast, you should definitely visit the colorful and picturesque garden on the beach, where figures of national deities and local attractions are exhibited. Particular attention should be paid to the longevity bridge, because according to the ancient legend, everyone who passes through it adds three days to their life. Here you can not only extend your happy existence, but also ask the gods for health, love, good luck in fishing and protection in sea trips. In addition, the beach is included in the excursion program of many tours, which affects both attendance at Repulse Bay Beach and the level of service. And having enjoyed an expensive resort, you can go on a short trip to the neighboring region Stanley. You can shop near the beach: in expensive boutiques, fashionable salons and souvenir shops, as well as during numerous excursions and walks around the island. They also include popular photo shoots at the lighthouse and on the background of a beautiful sunset.