Today the view of the buildings is obstructed by smog. Locals say that it’s worse than they have seen in awhile and the air quality is rated “very unhealthy.”
In search of clearer skies and a little enlightenment, we headed for Lantau Island to see The Big Buddha. It took two ferries and a winding-road bus ride but we arrived at the peak early in the afternoon. Cows wander around the site but seem harmless–mostly looking for handouts.
The stair-climb to see the Buddha is quite steep.
After we walked around the complex, we purchased a ticket for a 4 mile-long cable car down the mountain. A view of the Big Buddha from our cable car, shows the quality of the air. It was suggested that it’s possibly due to the wind direction bringing pollution from mainland China as production is increased in advance of Chinese New Year.
We hope for cleaner air and clearer skies tomorrow!
But for now, dim sum for dinner and a beer are a good ending to an interesting day! Cheers!
