Macau China Last Updated: 04/18/2023 | |
Macau, also known as Macao, is a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of the People's Republic of China. It is located on the western side of the Pearl River Delta, across from Hong Kong, and is bordered by Guangdong Province to the north and the South China Sea to the east and south. | |
Macau was a Portuguese colony until 1999 when it was handed over to China under the "One Country, Two Systems" principle, which allows Macau to maintain a high degree of autonomy, including its own legal and economic systems. Macau is one of the world's most densely populated regions, with a population of over 680,000 people. Its official languages are Chinese and Portuguese, and it has a unique culture that reflects its mixed Chinese and Portuguese heritage. Macau is known for its vibrant nightlife, world-class casinos, and historic architecture, including the Ruins of St. Paul's, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also a popular tourist destination, attracting millions of visitors each year. The economy of Macau is heavily dependent on the tourism and gaming industries, which generate a significant portion of the region's revenue. |
Monte Fort Place » Historical Place Monte Fort is a historical fortification located in Macau, a special administrative region of China. It was built by the Jesuits in the early 17th century as part of a complex of military defenses designed to protect the Portuguese colony from attacks by the Dutch and other European powers. 149 views 💖 1Macau | |
Venetian Macao Place » Casino The Venetian Macao is a luxury hotel and resort located on the Cotai Strip in Macau, a special administrative region of China. It is one of the largest buildings in the world, with over 10.5 million square feet of floor space, and is designed to resemble the canals and architecture of Venice, Italy. 159 views 💖 1Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Macao | |
A Ma Temple Place » Temple The A-Ma Temple, also known as the Ma Kok Miu, is a historic Taoist temple located in the southwestern part of the Macau Peninsula in Macau, China. The temple is dedicated to the Chinese sea goddess Mazu, who is also known as A-Ma or Tin Hau. 278 views 💖 1Macau, China | |
Na Tcha Temple Place » Temple The Na Tcha Temple is a historic Taoist temple located in the Santo Antonio neighborhood of Macau, a special administrative region of China. The temple is dedicated to the worship of Na Tcha, a Chinese folk deity who is believed to protect against evil spirits and disease. 264 views 💖 1Santo Antonio, Macau, China | |
The Statue of Kun Iam Place » Tourism The Statue of Kun Iam, also known as the Goddess of Mercy, is a large bronze statue located on a man-made island in the Outer Harbor of Macau. The statue, which stands at 20 meters tall, was erected in 1999 as a symbol of peace and harmony. 252 views 💖 1Avenida Dr. Sun Yat-sen Macau, Macau | |
Senado Square Place » Tourism Senado Square, or Largo do Senado in Portuguese, is a historic public square located in the heart of Macau's city center. The square is a popular tourist destination and a symbol of Macau's rich cultural heritage. It covers an area of 3,700 square meters (4,425 square yards). 246 views 💖 1Largo do Senado, Macau, China |