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Wo Hop Shek Public Cemetery
Wo Hop Shek Public Cemetery (Chinese: 和合石墳場) is located in Wo Hop Shek near Fanling in Hong Kong and is the largest public cemetery in the city. Opened in 1950 in the New Territories, it was established as cemeteries on Hong Kong Island began to reach capacity.
Covering 222.4 hectares, the cemetery accommodates both full and cremated remains. Situated in a hilly region, it spans elevations from 100 to over 300 meters.
Within the cemetery lies Gallant Garden, a dedicated burial site for public servants who lost their lives in the line of duty. Opened in 1996, it is located in the northwest corner of the cemetery.
The cemetery is managed by the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department. To its southwest lies Lam Tsuen Country Park.
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