Deep Water Bay
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Deep Water Bay (traditional Chinese: 深水灣) is a bay on the southern shore of Hong Kong Island in Hong Kong. The bay is surrounded by Shouson Hill, Brick Hill, Middle Island and Violet Hill. Beneath the hill of Violet Hill is a beach, Deep Water Bay Beach. The bay is reachable by Island Road, a road connecting Repulse Bay and Wong Chuk Hang.
[edit] History
The bay is only mentioned on early colonial map of Hong Kong 1845.
[edit] Deep Water Bay Beach
Less famous to the tourists compared to the adjacent Repulse Bay, Deep Water Bay Beach is nonetheless very popular among the locals. A pathway connecting the two beaches, Seaview Promenade allows joggers and hikers alike to exercise alongside the seashore while admiring the stunning sea view.
Refreshment kiosk, changing room, shower facilities and barbecue pit are available under the management of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.
[edit] Transportation
Traveling to the beach is very convenient. Take Buses No.6, 6A or 260 from Central's Exchange Square or Central's Star Ferry Pier, and get off at Deep Water Bay.
