Shau Kei Wan fishing fleet | Gwulo: Old Hong Kong

Shau Kei Wan fishing fleet

Shau Kei Wan fishing fleet
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Junks still made up the majority of the Shau Kei Wan fishing fleet.  By 1981 'Nylon' nets had replaced the old natural fibre ones.  The artifical material is far more practical but the attractive sight of nets hanging from masts to dry out is a thing of the past.

Date picture taken (may be approximate): 
Saturday, July 25, 1981