Hong Kong’s East Dam Attracts Thousands Amid Entry Fee Proposal
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- •Hong Kong recorded 600,000 tourist arrivals in the first two days of the 2026 ‘golden week’ holiday.
- •Mainland Chinese visitors to Hong Kong increased by 13% on the first day of the holiday compared to the previous year.
- •Thousands of tourists visited Hong Kong’s East Dam during the ‘golden week’ period.
- •A Hong Kong lawmaker publicly suggested introducing an entry fee for the East Dam to fund maintenance and environmental protection.
- •The East Dam is a popular destination within Hong Kong’s countryside, attracting both local and mainland visitors.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the Hong Kong government approves the entry fee for East Dam visitor numbers may decline, affecting local businesses that depend on tourism, while generating funds for site upkeep and environmental protection.
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CNHong Kong Free PressTourists flock to Hong Kong countryside as city records 600,000 arrivals in first 2 days of Golden WeekREGIONALSouth China Morning Post - TopHong Kong records 13% rise in mainland Chinese visitors on day 1 of ‘golden week’REGIONALSouth China Morning Post - TopHong Kong’s East Dam draws thousands for ‘golden week’ as lawmaker floats entry fee