Hong Kong's nature

Well, the last couple of days I've gotten to see the natural side of Hong Kong. Apparently over 40% of the region is protected park and they're all proud of that, but in reality it's just cuz it's too hilly to build on. Otherwise it would've been ripped to shit, no doubt. Anyway, it's actually pretty nice once you get out of the core. Two days ago I took a tram up the main peak on Hong Kong island. Pretty big tourist trap, but there were some trails that few people ventured on to that we really nice. Yesterday I took a ferry to Lantau island, part of Hong Kong, with a monastery and a big ass Buddha on it. The bus ride there and back was nuts, such tight lanes, and so hilly. But again, quick the tourist trap. Also again, plenty of unused trails. Spent most of the day on them...got mad mosquito bites, but totally worth it for the time away from the crowds, the nature, and the views. Pics from those trips are below, along with a view of the Hong Kong skyline smothered in smog from the ferry ride back. Quite the contrast. Also, went to Hong Kong disneyland with the girl I'm staying with today...pretty blah although the locals were all over it. The best part was the long subway ride...the subways here are so modern and fast. There is a dedicated line that goes one stop to disneyland, and the subways were all custom disney! So ridiculous...mickey-mouse windows and handles, all sorts of disney characters in display cases...jeez.

Pictures!!