Victoria Peak

Blue skies, sun shine, puffy clouds - a day not to be missed. So we went up to Victoria Peak to take advantage of the clear skies and sunshine. It was spectacular!

We took Bus #15 from Exchange Square, which we found out after we boarded, goes really close to our apartment, but who knew. It goes up narrow, twisty roads to the peak. And you have to sit on the downhill side of the bus to get the full effect. On the top level it seems that there is nothing below you but space. It can be rather scary. And just riding the bus up those tight, twisty roads can test your bravery.

When we got to the top it was just what we hoped for, beautiful. About 50 pictures later, we decided to take the walk around the peak. It to was spectacular. One of the prettiest days we've seen. But by the time we got around full circle it was beginning to get a little hot.

Lunch was a real treat. Burger King, we had it our way. Just like home!

Then back on the bus for the downhill portion of the trip. But we decided to get off about halfway down and catch another bus to Stanley. Now came the really tricky part. We were sitting on the upper level and had to get downstairs in preparation to get off. With all the twists and stops and starts and jerks, it was a real challenge. But we made it.

We rode on to Stanley, but didn’t shop. Unbelievable I know, but true. We had planned on going to Tai Tam Reservoir, but by afternoon it was so hot, we decided to save it for a later, cooler day. Home and the air-conditioner were very welcome.