Sightseeing in Macau include visiting the colonial architecture and explore the colonial culture and heritage. Macau is one of the two special administrative regions in People Republic of China, other than Hong Kong. Macau, once a Portuguese colony, is very much influenced by Portuguese art and culture. In 1999 the administrative power was handed over to China and since then Macau has retained its tradition beautifully. While Sightseeing in Macau you will visit several museums, forts, temples and beautiful gardens that will give you a vivid picture of the city's rich tradition.
Because of its diverse culture the temples, forts and palaces have always been the center of Tourist Attractions in Macau. Some of the major sites for Macau Sightseeing are :
A-Ma Temple is the oldest and one of the holiest temple in Macau a visit to which you can not miss during Macau Tours. The temple located at the southeastern end of Macau Peninsula. The temple was built in 1488 during the regime of Ming Dynasty. The temple is not only a place for worship and offering it is also famous for its scenic location. The temple comprises six main areas. All of which make up a series of classical Chinese architectural treasures which are guarded by huge stone lions.
Camoes Garden and Grotto is another stop over during Sightseeing in Macau. This is a beautifully landscaped traditional Chinese garden. This one of the oldest parks in Macau. The park is built on an area of 20,000 square meter. Along with trees and flower plant the garden is decorated with beautifully carved statues, pavilions and architectural edifices.
Kun Iam Temple and Lin Fung Temple are two other among the three main shrines in Macau. These Buddhist temples are actually the places where you will find peace and solace. Also take a stroll at the beautiful garden in the backyard of the temples.
Sightseeing in Macau is incomplete without a visit to the Grand Prix Museum, Macau Maritime Museum and Macau Wine Museum. Visit to these three museums will enrich you with lot of information about the city of Macau and its culture. At Macau Wine Museum you will get to know how wine is prepared in Macau. Macau Maritime Museum houses exhibitions on marine technology and transport, dredging and navigation. These exhibitions also tell about several Portuguese explorations and discoveries.
Last but not the least are Lou Lim Iok Garden, Ruins pf St Pauls and Monte Fort. These are the sites you can not miss while Sightseeing in Macau. The garden is famous for its scenic beauty whereas the forts and ruins tell the saga of colonial rulers in Macau.
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