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Na Tcha Temple Santo Antonio, Macau, China Last Updated: 04/29/2024 |
| 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. | |
| The temple was originally built in 1888 to commemorate the end of a smallpox epidemic in Macau. It has since been renovated and restored several times, most recently in the 1990s. The temple's architecture is a blend of Chinese and Portuguese styles, reflecting Macau's unique cultural heritage. Visitors to the Na Tcha Temple can admire the temple's beautiful decorations and ornate carvings, as well as the various statues and altars dedicated to Na Tcha and other deities. The temple also features a small museum that displays artifacts related to the history and culture of the Santo António neighborhood. In addition to its religious significance, the Na Tcha Temple is also a popular tourist attraction and a reminder of Macau's rich cultural heritage. It is located in a picturesque neighborhood that is home to many other historic buildings and landmarks, including the Ruins of St. Paul's and the Old Protestant Cemetery. | |
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Macau Place » City 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. 161 views 💖 1China |
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