The College Culture Committee of New Asia College, in collaboration with the “Regenerating Shui Hau” Project of CUHK School of Architecture, is excited to present an Eco-cultural Guided Tour. This unique experience offers an opportunity to connect with nature and delve into the rich traditional culture and history of Shui Hau. Participants will engage in various workshops, observe rice farming and re-cultivation practices, make their own traditional snacks, and enjoy a special farm-to-table lunch. All New Asia students and staff members are welcome to join. Let’s immerse ourselves in the vibrant traditional culture of Shui Hau.
Shui Hau is located among the mountains and has a rich traditional culture. Agricultural activities were once an important part of the villagers’ lives. This guided tour will take you through this 400-year-old coastal village, exploring Shui Hau’s traditional architecture, rituals, worshipping and ecological environment. By understanding Shui Hau’s history, let’s appreciate and preserve the local traditional culture together.
Participants will enjoy a wide variety of activities, and the best part is, it’s completely free! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the rich culture of Shui Hau Village. Join us and be part of this enriching journey.
Date: 29 March 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 10:00 – 16:30
Location: Shui Hau Village, Lantau Island
Quota: 30 people (priority given to students)
Language: Cantonese
Transportation:
- Going to Shui Hau:
– Shuttle bus from CUHK to Tung Chung (departs from CUHK bus stop (down the University Station), see location at 08:00),
– Gather at the Tung Chung Bus Terminal at 09:00,
– Take Bus no. 11 at your own expense from Tung Chung to Shui Hau. - Leaving Shui Hau:
– Take Bus no. 11 at your own expense to Tung Chung.
Fee: Free of charge (HK$200 deposit will be collected and refunded upon completion of the event)
Activities and workshops:
– Eco-cultural guided tour
– Farming demonstration and rice re-cultivation
– Clam Harvesting or Traditional Shui Hau snack making (choose either one of the workshops)
– Taste of Shui Hau: Farm-to-table lunch
Online Registration:
Please complete the online registration on or before 21 March 2025.
https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13705961
Sponsored by:
For enquiries, please contact Mr. Jason Yeung (Tel: 3943 7612; Email: jasonyeung@cuhk.edu.hk) or Mr. Jack Wong (Tel: 3943 1690; Email: jackwong@cuhk.edu.hk), Dean of Students’ Office, New Asia College.
