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Macau, China
by cal6060
Macau, China
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Macau, China
by cal6060
Macau, China
by cal6060
Macau, China
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PORCELAIN AND FINE CERAMICS ...

by kenHuocj

PORCELAIN AND FINE CERAMICS Macau has a significant porcelain industry, although most of the factories are across the border in China. There are many wholesalers and retail outlets carrying a huge variety of tableware, vases, and novelty items at very low prices. Some factories will even custom make a vase or set of tableware with your family crest or in a pattern copied from your draperies. For more unusual pieces at good prices, try the many shops around Rua de S. Paulo . Many interesting antique and one-of-a-kind pieces can also be found in shops on Avenida Almeida Ribeiro , right in the heart of the commercial district.

FLEA MARKETSThe most popular...

by kenHuocj

FLEA MARKETSThe most popular flea market in Macau is near the Ruins of St. Paul’s but off the beaten tourist path. Follow Rua de São Paulo to Rua das Estalagens and turn down the hill to the next narrow street. Go past the shops selling antiques, the tailor shops, and other small shops until the road reaches a fork. At this juncture, vendors will have their wares spread out on the cobblestones for sellers to browse among. You’ll find all sorts of crockery, carved figurines, historic memorabilia and other oddities to bargain for.Another flea market operates around Hong Kung Temple , located at the heart of the old Chinese bazaar, between Cinco de Outubro and Guimarães streets. Take a map with you, since this place is hard to find, but worth seeking out, with its historic temple as an enjoyable side trip.

The city of macau is rather...

by Carlo-B.

The city of macau is rather little and doesn't offer very much to visit. It's interesting to visit the plaza del senado and the quartier arounf of the banco national ultramarino, which is funny misture of portuguese and chinese buildings and houses. Visit what it remains of the old St.John's Cathderal.

Visit the Fort of Mong Ha with...

by Bradmed

Visit the Fort of Mong Ha with real cannons that the Portuguese in Macau used to fight off a suspected Chinese Attack in the 1866-1960. Also a fitness trail, fountain and walking path with foot massage stones! Visting Institute For Tourism Education (IFT) while going to Fort of Mong Ha. Great restaurant and pousada (small hotel).

Go to the Ruin's of St. Paul,...

by davinachu

Go to the Ruin's of St. Paul, the Macau Museum, the Senate Square. Visit the Maritime Museum, Grand Prix and Wine Museum for a wine tasting. Enjoy your tour to the islands for a leisure walk. Go to the markets for shopping.Taste the Portuguese and Chinese cuisine - a blend of cultures. Macau is the place for leisure tour. Although many people will find it as a destination for gambling. I would say, come to Macau and experience its blend of cultures, where east meets west. You have to discover its beauty by yourself. Walk in the streets and find the Chinese and European architectures, cuisine, and people.

Macau is derived from the name...

by o00o

Macau is derived from the name of a Chinese Goddess, popular with seafarrers and fisherman, known as A-Ma or Ling Ma. When Portuguese sailor landed and asked the name of the place, the natives repliedA-Ma-Gao ( Bay od A-Ma ). In modern usage, Amagao was shorthern to Macau and it is the city where East mets the west..

Walking through the streets of...

by debankh

Walking through the streets of Macao you can see the Portuguese influence in the buildings there. If you arrive by boat from Hong Kong, be sure to pick up a free map of Macao at the tourist office there so you can find your way around. Bus #10A will take you from the station to the city center (HK$2.50, have exact change)

There are many casinos in...

by debankh

There are many casinos in Macao. This is a picture of one that I stopped in while there (Casino Lisbao). There were a lot of gaming tables and a also a small selection of slots. I gambled a couple of HK$2 coins while there :-). Macao has its own currency, but you can use Hong Kong Dollars as well. I should note that if you pick up some Macao money you will want to spend it or exchange it as the opposite is not true in Hong Kong.

visit the St. Dominic's...

by Krystynn

visit the St. Dominic's Church (São Domingos). This lovely church was established by Dominican friars in the 16th Century and is presently a prominent landmark here in Macau's Central Square. The building has a baroque façade with cream-washed stone... white stucco... and green shutters. To enter the Church, you must ring the bell on the adjoining green gate. But if you happen to come here during the times when they conduct their services, then feel free to just - walk in! :-)

Krystynn's General Tip

by Krystynn

Macau was a Portuguese colony just like Hongkong was a British colony. It's about 65 km away from Hongkong and takes 1 hour to get there by jetfoil. Compared to Hongkong, it's a smaller, less well-known city... but oozing with old world charm. I do find it (sometimes) strange to encounter these spanish-like architectures right here in Asia.Note: Which is the correct spelling - Macau or Macao? Well, both are actually correct... Macau is Portuguese, that's how we spell it here. Macao is English... and that's how they spell it in the U.S. and other parts of the world... But I like to spell it as 'Macau' and have done so for all my life. :-) In other words - nobody's wrong. Most people take a day-trip from Hongkong to this city... So, you may wish to do likewise....Let's see... Macau is definitely famous for Gambling.... It's no wonder because this small colony has bagged the title of...

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