Shing Mun River Embankment

Shingmun River in Shatin's waterfront area — an artificially created canal formed after construction of Upper Reservoir in the 1930s. Here is Lekyun Bridge painted white with traditional Chinese style. Along the riverbank runs thematically lit promenade with artificial shore designed to enhance ecology. Annually during dragon boat festival traditional boat races take place here. The river serves as recreation zone for locals and tourists attracting walkers, rowers and fishermen.