Typhoon Shelter - Present Day

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Hong Kong's status as a fishing city continues to decline, the descendants of the fishermen have moved onshore, and the so-called "Typhoon Shelter" culture is rapidly being lost. The function of typhoon shelters remains unchanged, however, and their existence is still vital to Hong Kong.

Some restaurants serving typhoon shelter-style cuisine have moved to shops onshore.

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