Tai Au Mun Road

🛣️ 【Tai Au Mun Road (大坳門路)】is a major village road on the Peninsula in District, New Territories, Hong Kong. Located south of , it connects Tai Wan Tau Road and , intersecting with at the Tai Au Mun Roundabout. Situated in the mountain pass between High Junk Peak and Tai Ling Tung, it serves as one of the main access routes to popular attractions like the Tai Hang Tun Kite Flying Area and Lung Ha Wan.

📌 Basic Information

Item Details
🛣️ Road Name Tai Au Mun Road
🗓️ Naming Date Officially gazetted on December 28, 1990
📍 District Southern part of Peninsula, District, New Territories
🧭 Starting Point Road (near the main gate of the Clear Water Bay Golf & Country Club)
🧭 Ending Point Next to the footpath leading to Joss House Bay Tin Hau Temple and Joss House Bay Public Pier
↔️ Traffic Direction Two-way traffic
📏 Road Length Approx. 3.24 km
🚌 Bus Route KMB Route 91 (Clear Water Bay Terminus)
🪧 Bus Stop Prefix TA18 (Bus stops along Tai Au Mun Road)
🗺️ Geographical Features Located in the mountain pass between High Junk Peak and Tai Ling Tung; higher elevation with stunning scenic views
🧭 Nearby Roads Clear Water Bay Road, Tai Wan Tau Road, , etc.
🪁 Leisure Spots Close to Tai Hang Tun, a hot spot for flying kites and remote-controlled model aircraft
🌌 Night Activities The peak area of Tai Au Mun is pitch-dark at night, making it perfect for stargazing and moon watching
🏞️ Country Park Facilities Basic facilities such as pavilions, toilets, snack kiosks, and barbecue sites
🗣️ Hakka Alias In Hakka, the pronunciation sounds like “Tai Ou Mun” (Big Macau), so it’s also nicknamed “Tai Ou Mun”
🎒 Travel Suggestions Perfect for hiking, family outings, photography, kite flying, and stargazing

— The surrounding area of this road is packed with natural beauty and cultural heritage. Situated within Clear Water Bay Country Park, it features not only a massive grassy lawn perfect for flying kites (commonly known as the Tai Au Mun Kite Flying Area, though it’s actually located at Tai Hang Tun) but also historical treasures like the Lung Ha Wan Rock Carving. Discovered in 1978 and now listed as a declared monument, the carving features geometric patterns, some of which resemble birds and beasts. From here, you can easily hop onto the Lung Ha Wan Country Trail—a 2.3 km path that takes you up the 291-meter-high Tai Ling Tung, where you can soak in panoramic views of Port Shelter, the Ninepin Group, and even see Sharp Peak in the far distance. —

🏞️ Natural Scenery & Country Park Outings

The area around Tai Au Mun Road is blessed with rich natural resources, making it a favorite weekend getaway for locals:

📍 Location ✨ Highlights
🏖️ Clear Water Bay First Beach Clear water and fine sand, equipped with changing rooms and BBQ sites
🏖️ Clear Water Bay Second Beach Family-friendly with a dedicated parking lot
🛕 Joss House Bay Home to the ancient Tin Hau Temple with over 700 years of history, drawing crowds of worshippers
🎣 Po Toi O A traditional fishing village that preserves its old-school charm and fishermen culture
🚵‍♂️ High Junk Peak Mountain Bike Trail One of the few legal mountain bike trails in Hong Kong, highly challenging
🌊 Lung Ha Wan Country Trail A coastal trail offering magnificent, sweeping views of the Ninepin Group and Waglan Island
🌳 Clear Water Bay Country Park Offers various hiking trails and viewing platforms
⛰️ High Junk Peak Trail Highly challenging and best suited for seasoned hikers

📸 Many photography buffs call this area a hidden gem with a “Studio Ghibli style” vibe, especially at dusk when the golden hour light hits the grassy fields. — For transport, you can take KMB Route 91 or green minibuses 16, 103, or 103M and get off at the “Tai Au Mun” stop. Just a heads-up: it takes about a 20 to 30-minute walk along Clear Water Bay Road from the bus stop to reach the Tai Hang Tun Kite Flying Area. Thanks to its easy access, wide-open spaces, and tons of leisure options (from kite flying and hiking to BBQing), Tai Au Mun Road is an incredibly popular weekend spot for locals. —

🚍 Bus & Transport Information

Bus Route Starting Point Ending Point Via
KMB Route 91 Diamond Hill Station Clear Water Bay Terminus Clear Water Bay Road, Tai Au Mun Road
KMB Route 291 Choi Hung Station Clear Water Bay Terminus Clear Water Bay Road, Tai Au Mun Road

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🗺️ Geography & Road Structure

Located in the southern part of the Clear Water Bay Peninsula in District, New Territories, Tai Au Mun Road is a key road connecting Clear Water Bay Road with the Tai Au Mun area. It serves as a major intersection for several roads, including:

Road Name Function & Connections
Clear Water Bay Road Leads to Tseung Kwan O, Pik Uk, Silverstrand, etc.
Lung Ha Wan Road Leads to the Lung Ha Wan Country Trail and the coastline
Tai Wan Tau Road Leads to traditional fishing villages and bays like Po Toi O and Fat Tong Chau
Tai Au Mun Road Leads to Tai Hang Tun and the kite-flying lawns

The terrain of Tai Au Mun is a mountain pass nestled between High Junk Peak and Tai Ling Tung, offering wide-open vistas and breathtaking scenery. —

🏛️ Cultural Background

  • The Tai Au Mun area used to be the only overland route to the Joss House Bay Tin Hau Temple. Back in the day when transport was a hassle, people had to trek along mountain paths for about two hours.
  • In Hakka, “Tai Au Mun” sounds very similar to “Tai Ou Mun” (Macau), which is why locals also call it by that nickname.
  • The area still preserves quite a few indigenous villages and traditional fishing culture, such as in Po Toi O and Ho Chung.

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🕰️ Historical Background

  • 1979: Clear Water Bay Country Park opened to the public, becoming an instant hit for weekend outings.
  • 1981: KMB Route 91 was extended to the Clear Water Bay Terminus, starting its service via Tai Au Mun Road.
  • 1990: Tai Au Mun Road was officially named and gazetted.
  • The route evolved from a humble mountain path into a major drivable road, vastly improving access to Joss House Bay.

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🌄 Attractions & Activities Along the Way

  • Clear Water Bay Beaches: Both First Beach and Second Beach are equipped with lifeguards and changing rooms.
  • Tai Hang Tun Kite Flying Area: The steady breeze makes it a perfect spot for flying kites and drone photography.
  • Lung Ha Wan Country Trail: A beginner-friendly hiking route featuring stunning coastal rock formations along the way.
  • Joss House Bay Pier: Offers distant views of Sharp Peak and Tiu Chung Chau, with absolutely stunning sunset views.

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🎯 Quick Tips & Things to Note

  • Tai Hang Tun doesn’t have clear road signs, so people often mistake it for Tai Au Mun itself.
  • Sunset is the absolute best time for photos; don’t forget to pack sunscreen and mosquito repellent.
  • Hikers should keep an eye on trail markers and weather changes, as some sections can get incredibly windy.

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📌 Fun Facts & Trivia

  • The “Au” in “Tai Au Mun” means a mountain pass or a saddle between hills. Geographically, it sits right between High Junk Peak and Tai Ling Tung, marking the entrance to a massive mountain pass.
  • The Tin Hau Temple at Joss House Bay draws massive crowds of worshippers every year during her birthday, making it a major cultural event.
  • The Clear Water Bay area used to be a super popular filming location for Hong Kong movies, including classics like “Infernal Affairs” and “Cold War”.

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  • Tai Wan Tau Road, Bus Stop