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Luís de Camões Garden, characterized by the large boulders found on its grounds, develops successively up to a natural grotto where a heroic bust of the epic poet Luís de Camões [1524-1580] is displayed. It is believed that Camões wrote part of his masterpiece, Os Lusíadas, in the grotto that now bears his likeness.
The area where the garden is located was initially property of a rich Portuguese merchant, Manoel Pereira.
In 1815, part of this property was used for the first Protestant Cemetery in Macau.
In 1885, the property was sold to the government of Macau and transformed in a public garden.
If you like to see locals practising tai chi, just visit the garden very early in the morning.
Open Hours
Daily 6:00 - 21:30
Updated May 12, 2012
Address: Praça de Luís de Camões
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This gate was a checkpoint with mainland China during the Portuguese administration. It was built in 1870 by the Portuguese, replacing an earlier gate built by the Chinese.
On the Macau side the dates refer to the murder of the Governor João Maria Ferreira do Amaral by Chinese men, who knocked him off his horse and cut his head (August 22, 1849), and to The Baishaling Incident, Batalha do Passaleão, (August 25, 1849). Also there are quotations from Luís de Camões, including the phrase, A pátria honrai que a pátria vos contempla, Honor your country: it cares for you.
The actual border crossing-point is in a new building. The road leading to the gate is pedestrianized. On the buildings to right and left of the gate are outsize pictures by indigenous artists built up from individual porcelain tiles in the azulejo technique so popular in Portugal, depicting scenes from the history of Macau and the surrounding area.
Updated May 12, 2012
It was a very interesting short walk from centre of Senado Square to the ruins of Sao Paulo, we took our time and it probably took between 30-60 minutes. But with many unusual things to see and taste along the way. Some very quaint little shops, plus your typical MacDonalds and Subway, but also some snakcs that are obviously inherent to Macau, being the Portuguese Tarts and also these very unusual dried meat pieces that were for sale everywhere. I did not like the idea that the meat was out in the very hot sun all day, to me that did not seem hygenic so I did not sample any of that!!!
Written Feb 10, 2012
Being our second stop on our Casino Crawl, we thought it was high time for a cool refreshment, so we found a bar at Wynn and stopped for a cocktail at the Wing Lei Lounge in the casino complex. Prices werent too bad, for 2 cocktails it was $161HK which is about $20AUD.
Wynn Casino is HUGE, and hosts many different gaming rooms, plus various restaurants, cafes and bars as well as a shopping arcade. spa and salon, aquarium, pool and performance lake out the front with fountain shows.
Written Feb 10, 2012
Address: Wynn Macau, Rua Cidade de sintra, Nape, Macau
Phone: 853 2888 9966
Website: www.wynnmacau.com
The outside architecture of this Casino is simply amazing, it has been described as like a giant lotus flower and it stands 52 storys high at 258 metres! And takes such spectacular photos too. Inside the Casino, there are many things to do, they even run a daily tour of the Casino 4 times during each day. If you choose to bet at the Casino, the minimum bet is $50HK but you do get free drinks and snacks whilst gambling here!
Grand Lisboa is located in the heart of the Macau Peninsula and is easily accessible by all means of public transportation or by taxi. Being one of the tallest buildings in Macau, it can be seen from most locations and is well known by locals as the new landmark.
Updated Feb 10, 2012
Phone: 853 2838 2828
Website: www.grandlisboa.com
Whilst in Macau, I think youd be silly not to visit a Casino or two, just for the experience, even if you choose not to gamble. We certainly did not gamble but DID marvel at the size of the Casinos and the opulence of the decor and also at the sheer number of Casinos in a small space.
We only visited 3 of them, The Grand Lisboa with the most amazing outside facade, the Wynn Casino, where we stopped for a cocktail and a quick visit to the MGM Casino. If for no other reason than to escape the immense heat of Macau for a few hours, its certainly worth doing! Just get a taxi from one Casino to the next .... simple!!!
Written Feb 10, 2012
I just love Portuguese Tarts, so whilst in Macau, with a strong Portuguese history, I would be silly not to sample one or two (or 5 ) of them hahaha!!!! The best ones by far, were those I bought while walking from Senado Square to the Ruins of Sao Paolo. There are small cafes selling them all along the way and they were soooooooo delicious!!!! Mmmmmmm yummy!!!!
Written Feb 10, 2012
Facts about Macau Tower:-
Tower is 338m high at its highest point.
The main observation level is on the 61st floor and is 223m above ground level.
From the highest viewing point, its possible to see 55km away.
The tower can withstand winds of up to 400km/ph
Whilst in Macau, we would be silly not to pay macau Tower a vist. Easy to get to in a taxi and close enough to the ferry terminal. Entrance to the Tower Observation Deck was $120HK per adult which is only about $15AUD. Opening hours are weekdays from 10am-9pm and on weekends and public holidays from 9am-9pm. There is a selection of shops and cafes and restaurants, as well as a Theatre within the tower complex as well. Macau Tower also has conference and banquet facilities.
We spent a little bit of time at the observation deck, had a drink and sampled their Portuguese Tarts (which were nowhere near as nice as the ones in Senado Square!) We then got a taxi from Macau Tower to the ferry terminal.
If you are feeling a little bit adventurous .... Macau Tower is home to some serious adrenelin things to do! AJ Hackett is the inventor of the commercial bungy jump and in 2002 formed a partnership with Macau Tower combining several adventure activies. Such as Bungy Jump, Skyjump, Skywalk and the Mast Climb.
Bungy Jump:- This is the worlds highest commercial bungy jump where you can experience the sensation of falling at 200km/ph and rebounding at 30m above the ground - NO THANKYOU!!!
Skyjump:- slightly different to a bungy jump, in that you are attached to wires, taking off from the outer rim of Macau Tower and experiencing a 20 second freefall flight over Macau flying at 75km/ph.
Skywalk:- This is the worlds highest Skywalk and it is 100% safe! (Ive done the Auckland Tower Skywalk - lots of fun!) There is no handrail, glass wall or grate, you walk around the outer rim at a height of 233 metres above ground.
Mast Climb:- This is the only tower in the world that can take you to its very top, climbing to the summit at a height of 338 metres!!!
Written Feb 10, 2012
Phone: 853 2893 3339
Website: www.macautower.com.mo
" Built in the 17C in Baroque style, São Paulo Cathedral was for a long time the largest Roman Catholic church in Asia, and played an active part in converting local inhabitants to Christianity. A fire destroyed much of the church in 1835, leaving only the façade, a moving skeleton with empty bays open to the sky. These ruins are one of the emblems of Macau. The elegant lines of the building and its graceful statues make this cathedral well worth a visit. "
This is one of Macaus leading attractions and Id say its definitely worth a visit, although you will be amongst many others there, so its difficult to take some nice photos. Only the facade of the church remains, but it is still worthwhile seeing.
Updated Feb 10, 2012
I am not entirely sure of the history of Senado Square, but there is obvious huge Portuguese influence here, as the buildings are simply beautiful. The coloured decorations that were up here were lovely as well, Im not sure if they were up for a special occasion, or they are always up. Whilst walking around the cobblestone pathways, you encounter the old and the new, the old buildings with the new shops selling anything that is western. It is a pleasurable walk around Senado Square, strolling through the alleyways. We did stop at MacDonalds for lunch, at least you know what you are getting at Maccas!!!
It is then a short, well sign-posted walk from Senado Square to the Ruins of Sao Paulo.
Written Feb 10, 2012
Address: Senado Square in Central Macau
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