The land of the Goddess A-Ma who protects the sailors, the
island of Macau in China entices you to come and enjoy a laidback
and rejuvenating holiday in the midst of architectural grandeur,
astrologers, street vendors selling caged birds, titbits, with pipe
smokers lazing on street sides. Shop for antiques and objects d'
art at the local outlets, eat at the Mediterranean-style cafes and
hang out at the pleasant plazas.
Colonial mansions and cobbled streets recreate an old world charm
as you explore the tourist attractions of Macau in China. The
pleasures of spending your holidays in Macau, China are manifold.
So book your Macau holidays with Holidays China.
Location
Macau is located near the China mainland across the Pearl River
delta on the South China Sea. Guangdong is the capital of Macau and
is located on the Chinese mainland.
History
The history to Macau can be traced back to the ancient times.
The Portuguese set up a trade post in Macau as far back as 1550.
Over the years the port island of Macau flourished due to trade
with Japan, Malacca and India.
In the later years Macau also became an important center of
Christianity. There are several ancient churches that have survived
the ravages of time and stand as an illustration of a splendid
architectural past of Macau.
Tourist Attractions
Enjoy tours to the interesting tourist attractions located in
different parts of Macau, China with Holidays China. Visit the
A-Ma Temple that is popularly referred to as locals by Ma
Kok Miu in Cantonese. This ancient temple is dedicated to the
goddess A-Ma who is referred to as Tin Hau by the locals. Go on
tours to the Guia Fort, Largo do Senado that houses the
island's Senate Square, Kun Iam Temple Buddhist temple and
the famous Lou Lim Ioc Gardens that is a tiny paradise that
enchants you with landscaped lawns, pretty water fountains, exotic
plants, mysteriously carved doorways and artistically decorated
pathways. Also visit the Sun Yat Sen Memorial Home and the
Ruinas de Igreja Sao Paulo Jesuit church.
Things to Do
Shop for white grape wine and object d' art at the shopping
outlets in Macau, China. You must definitely pay a visit to the
Yaohan Co. shopping center during yours tours to Macau, China.
Try interesting cuisine at the specialty restaurants located all
over Macau, China on your Macau holidays.
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