Lo Fu Tau (Chinese: 老虎頭; lit. 'Tiger's Head') is a mountain on Lantau Island, Hong Kong, with a height of 465 metres (1,526 ft) above sea level.[1]

Lo Fu Tau
老虎頭
Trigonometrical station at Lo Fu Tau
Highest point
Elevation465 m (1,526 ft)
Coordinates22°17′59″N 114°00′01″E / 22.2997°N 114.0002°E / 22.2997; 114.0002
Geography
Lo Fu Tau is located in Hong Kong
Lo Fu Tau
Lo Fu Tau
Location of Lo Fu Tau in Hong Kong
LocationLantau Island,  Hong Kong

Geology

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Lo Fu Tau is in the Red area on Lantau Island

Lo Fu Tau is formed by Granitic rocks, unlike many of the tallest mountains on Lantau Island, such as Lantau Peak, which are formed by Volcanic rocks.

Geography

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View from Tiger's Head of Discovery Bay

Lo Fu Tau is the tallest mountain in the Discovery Bay area. It is a popular spot for hiking and trail running enthusiasts. To the south is Mui Wo, while to the east is Discovery Bay.[2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "TRIGONOMETRICAL STATION SUMMARY" (PDF). Hong Kong Government Lands Dept.
  2. ^ "District Council Constituency Boundaries" (PDF). HK Government Electoral Affairs Commission.