Yin Kong Tsuen
Yin Kong Tsuen, adjacent to the Long Valley wetland and Sheung Yue River, is in the northeastern New Territories. Yin Kong Tsuen and its expansive surrounding are situated in a low-lying area. The abundance of water resource has fostered prosperous rice cultivation and fishing, and nourished generations of the Hau clan. With a history of over 900 years, Yin Kong has experienced countless changes. Back then, Yin Kong Tsuen was once known for brick-making; it was also praised as the “Rice Granary of Hong Kong”.
However, in the face of the decline of agriculture, Yin Kong Tsuen started to change since villagers were prompted to move out or to support their livelihood with alternative professions. Most of the farmlands in the village have been reclaimed by the government for management, and some farmlands have been converted to industrial use, such as open cargo yards, vehicle repair shops, and parking lots. Currently, there are only a few indigenous inhabitants in the village.
Yin Kong Tsuen
Yin Kong Tsuen, adjacent to the Long Valley wetland and Sheung Yue River, is in the northeastern New Territories. Yin Kong Tsuen and its expansive surrounding are situated in a low-lying area. The abundance of water resource has fostered prosperous rice cultivation and fishing, and nourished generations of the Hau clan. With a history of over 900 years, Yin Kong has experienced countless changes. Back then, Yin Kong Tsuen was once known for brick-making; it was also praised as the “Rice Granary of Hong Kong”.
However, in the face of the decline of agriculture, Yin Kong Tsuen started to change since villagers were prompted to move out or to support their livelihood with alternative professions. Most of the farmlands in the village have been reclaimed by the government for management, and some farmlands have been converted to industrial use, such as open cargo yards, vehicle repair shops, and parking lots. Currently, there are only a few indigenous inhabitants in the village.
Village
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Village Spatial Setting
Tree
Whether for everyday relaxation, periodic rituals, or annual celebrations, the majestic old trees in the village have always been part of the occasions. Villagers have established a deep emotional connection with the trees from a young age.
The cluster of old trees and the old Ficus microcarpa (banyan tree) are dedicated to different deities respectively. Together, the deities guard the village with blessings. The trees, therefore, have become the feng shui trees of Yin Kong Tsuen.
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Heritage
For the Yin Kong villagers, the cluster of old trees and the old banyan tree hold unique significance and spiritual meanings. The cluster, formed by Cleistocalyx nervosum (water banyan), Ficus microcarpa (banyan tree) and Cinnamomum camphora (camphor tree), is located next to the sports ground. Beneath the trees are many deities, including the Tai Wong Yeh (Great Lord). While no extra care is dedicated to this group of old trees, villagers do consider it home to the statues of deities. Quite a lot of villagers would place their household deities under these old trees before when they need to relocate.
Villagers & the Tree
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Present - The cluster of old trees -
Past - The old banyan tree
