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Cavern development in Hong Kong
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Hong Kong’s geology – the intrinsic advantage
Hong Kong, positioned as the world city of Asia, is renowned for its modernised developments. Like many urbanised cities worldwide, Hong Kong has a long-standing problem in land shortage. Despite this, the hilly terrain with strong rock in Hong Kong is highly suitable for developing rock caverns, particularly on the urban fringe.
Hong Kong’s geology – the intrinsic advantage
Hong Kong, positioned as the world city of Asia, is renowned for its modernised developments. Like many urbanised cities worldwide, Hong Kong has a long-standing problem in land shortage. Despite this, the hilly terrain with strong rock in Hong Kong is highly suitable for developing rock caverns, particularly on the urban fringe.
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