This pretty part of a major country looks very similar to Portugal’s capital city but it is located thousands of miles away. Macao in China is known for its fascinating culture, diversity of experiences and unique blend of Chinese heritage and Portuguese influence. The area is home to modern influences, historic landmakers and bustling streets.
It is a popular spot for tourists to head to and has become a centre for sightseeing. Macao is a captivating destination that tourists are often in awe of when they visit.
If you plan to visit the area, one must-see place is the Historic Centre of Macao which is filled with fascinating streets to explore.
The UNESCO-listed historic centre is a vibrant area to enjoy the culture, try traditional foods and explore.
A visitor on Tripadvisor said: “Walking through the historic center of Macao gives a very strange feeling. You are in Asia, but you see several buildings that remind you a lot of Portugal.”
Another penned: “With its historic streets, residential, religious and public Portuguese and Chinese buildings, the historic centre of Macao provides a unique testimony to the meeting of aesthetic, cultural, architectural and technological influences from East and West.”
The area is well known for its casinos, the city has earned its reputation as a gambling powerhouse and is known as Asia’s casino capital. While you’re there, you should visit the Ruins of St. Paul’s which is considered to be Macao’s most famous landmark.
A visitor on Tripadvisor said: “This is probably the highlight of Macao. You cannot come to Macao and not come here. The Ruins of St. Paul’s refer to the façade of what was originally the Church of Mater Dei built in 1602-1640.”
Another penned: “The iconic landmark of Macau, one the most visited tourist attractions in the country.
“Definitely must visit the place but do explore more, learn the history, and also visit the small museum below. Since the ruins are always full of tourists, you should try to visit early in the morning.”
Macao is a one of a kind location with a unique blend of influences which you won’t find anywhere else.
