Fung Hang

Cheung Ancestral Hall in Fung Hang.

Fung Hang (Chinese: 鳳坑) is a village in the north eastern New Territories of Hong Kong, to the south west of the Sha Tau Kok Hoi or Starling Inlet, opposite the town of Sha Tau Kok. It is a single-clan Hakka village of the Cheung (張) Clan located between Luk Keng and Kuk Po.[1]

History

The Cheungs, previously established in Kuk Po, moved to Fung Hang in 1671, shortly after the end of the Great Clearance. They were farmers engaged in fishing and later concentrated in rice and vegetables growing. Most of the villagers have moved overseas or to other areas of Hong Kong.[1]

Built heritage

The Cheung Ancestral Hall in Fung Hang was probably built before the 20th century. It was renovated in 1975.[1]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 Antiquities and Monuments Office: Brief Information on proposed Grade Nil Items. Item #1227
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Coordinates: 22°31′31″N 114°13′09″E / 22.52516°N 114.21915°E / 22.52516; 114.21915


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