Shap Long

Shap Long is a village located on Lantau Island in the New Territories, Hong Kong. It contains several settlements, including Shap Long Chung Hau, Shap Long Kau Tsuen and Shap Long San Tsuen.

Recognised status

Shap Long is a recognised village under the New Territories Small House Policy.

History

In 1950, the Hong Kong Government and The Leprosy Mission decided to set up a leprosarium on nearby Hei Ling Chau. The inhabitants were given compensation to leave the island, and settled in nearby areas namely Tai Pak, Shap Long and Cheung Chau.

Features

There is a Tin Hau Temple in Shap Long Chung Hau. It was rebuilt in 1951.