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Keung Shan (Chinese: 羗山, literally "Ginger Mountain") is a peak in Hong Kong, on southwestern Lantau Island, with a height of 459 metres (1,506 ft) above sea level.[1]

Keung Shan
羗山
Summit of Keung Shan
Highest point
Elevation459 m (1,506 ft)
Coordinates22°13′55″N 113°52′53″E
Geography
Keung Shan
Location of Keung Shan in Hong Kong
LocationLantau Island,  Hong Kong



Geology


Geological map of Hong Kong showing the distribution of faults and different rock types in Hong Kong. Keung Shan is in the Green area (Volcanic Rock) on Lantau Island
Geological map of Hong Kong showing the distribution of faults and different rock types in Hong Kong. Keung Shan is in the Green area (Volcanic Rock) on Lantau Island

Keung Shan is formed by Volcanic rocks, including porphyritic rhyolites,[2] similar to nearby Lantau Peak and Sunset Peak.


Access


The Lantau Trail traverses the summit of this hill.[3]


References


  1. "Node: Keung Shan (1107726531)". OpenStreetMap. Retrieved 2020-06-24.
  2. "Lantau Volcanic Group (undifferentiated) - Jlu". www.cedd.gov.hk. Retrieved 2020-04-26.
  3. "Lantau South". www.afcd.gov.hk. Retrieved 2020-06-24.

See also





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