Pottinger Peak Explained

Pottinger Peak
Photo Size:250
Elevation M:312
Location:Eastern Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Map:Hong Kong
Other Name:砵甸乍山
Coordinates:22.25°N 129°W

Pottinger Peak is a mountain on the eastern side of Hong Kong Island. It is located south of Chai Wan and Siu Sai Wan and north of Big Wave Bay. Initially known as Ma Tong Peak,[1] it was renamed Pottinger Peak after Henry Pottinger, the first Governor of Hong Kong. The peak is above sea level.[2]

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22.25°N 129°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Siu Sai Wan bay, Hong Kong.
  2. Book: Above The City: Hiking Hong Kong Island. Kershaw. Alicia M.. Thrash. Ginger. 2005-01-01. Hong Kong University Press. 9789622097360. en.