HONG KONG: At 76, legendary Hong Kong singer Alan Tam is proving that age is no barrier to adventure.
The veteran Cantopop star recently earned widespread praise online after climbing all 999 steps of Tianmen Mountain’s famous ‘Stairway to Heaven’ in Zhangjiajie, China, according to Hong Kong media.
The gruelling climb stretches 218 metres along narrow stone steps, reaching steep inclines of 37 to 41 degrees. Despite the tough trek, Tam stayed in high spirits throughout, showing impressive stamina and barely looking tired.
Eyewitnesses said Tam was joined on the private trip by fellow Hong Kong singer Hacken Lee and two other friends.
Dressed casually, the pair kept a low profile and travelled without any assistants or bodyguards.
Even so, when other visitors recognised him, Tam warmly greeted them and happily posed for photos.
Social media users praised Tam’s energy and adventurous spirit, with many crediting his active concert schedule for keeping him so fit.
“Many people at his age would have settled into retirement at home, but he is still travelling and enjoying life,” one netizen remarked.
Another echoed the sentiment, writing: “Age is just a number. What truly makes a difference in one’s later years is their state of mind.”