🔴 Outside business hours Business hours in Sha Tin:
Mon–Fri, 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

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Geographical & Cultural Overview

Sha Tin, a significant locality within Hong Kong, offers a unique geographical and cultural profile. This city, known internationally by its standardized name Sha Tin, serves as a key point of interest in its region.

Location & Topography

Positioned at latitude 22.38333 and longitude 114.18333, the city's precise coordinates place it distinctly on the world map. Its digital elevation model indicates an average altitude of 115 meters, shaping the area's physical character.

Demographics & Significance

As a community of approximately 21,559 people, Sha Tin holds a specific demographic weight within its administrative area. Its official designation as a PPLA underscores its importance in the regional hierarchy.

Administrative Structure

Administratively, the city falls under the primary jurisdiction of NST. It is further organized within the subdivision, which helps to define its local governance and services.

Historical & Linguistic Heritage

The rich history of the region is reflected in the variety of names used for the city over time. In addition to its primary name, it is also recognized as Sha Tin, Sha Tin New Town, Shatin, each name offering a glimpse into its linguistic and cultural heritage.

Time Zone & Scheduling

All local activities, scheduling, and daily life in Sha Tin are synchronized to the Asia/Hong_Kong timezone, ensuring its alignment with the broader regional and international time standards.

Other names this city is known as.

Sha Tin
Sha Tin New Town
Shatin