Macau's Cultural Heritage


Kun Iam Statue
Located along the Outer Harbour, the Pusat Ekumenis Kun Iam (commonly called the Kun Iam Statue) sits on an ar...
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Lin Fung Miu (Temple of Lotus)
Built in 1592 and most regularly restored, this Temple of the Lotus has a fine facade of intricate clay bas-re...
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St. Lawrence’s Church
Built by the Jesuits in the mid-16th century, this is one of the three oldest churches in Macau. Its present a...
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St. Joseph’s Seminary and Church
Established in 1728, the old Seminary, together with St. Paul's College, was the principal base for the missio...
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Dr. Sun Yat Sen Municipal Park
At the north end of Macau, not far from the old gate that marks the Macau S.A.R.'s border with China, is the D...
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Fortress of São Tiago da Barra
The Fortress of São Tiago da Barra (Pousada De Sao Tiago Macau) was built in the 17th century as Macau’s first...
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Guia Fortress and Lighthouse
The Guia Fortress and Lighthouse is a remarkable symbol of Macau, serving as the city’s coordinates on the wor...
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Handover Gifts Museum of Macau
The Handover Gifts Museum of Macau is built on the site of the Macau Handover Ceremony of the Sino-Portuguese ...
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Kun Iam Tong
Located in the Macau Peninsula, Kun Iam Tong (also known as the Puji Temple) is one of the oldest temples in M...
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Dom Pedro V Theatre
Built in 1860, the Dom Pedro V Theatre, also known as the Macao Theatre (Macau Theatre), is a 276-seat venue f...
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Rua do Cunha
In the old Villa de Taipa, Kwun Ya Kai or Rua do Cunha is a narrow pedestrian street. The street is filled wit...
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Chapel of St. Francis Xavier
Built in 1928, the Chapel of St. Francis Xavier in Coloane reflects the much older Baroque architectural style...
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Our Lady of Carmel Church
Built in 1885, the Our Lady of Carmel Church is the perfect for a little relaxation. Benches abound in the lov...
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A-Ma Cultural Village
The large A-Ma Cultural Village embodies Macau’s worship of A-Ma (also known as Mazu and the Queen of Heaven),...
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Three Lamps District
Located in the northern area of the Macau Peninsula, the Three Lamps District is not so much of a sightseeing ...
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Anim’Arte NAM VAN
Situated at the Nam Van Lakeside Plaza, the Anim’Arte Nam Van is a hub of leisure with four main themes: creat...
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A-Ma Temple
Situated on the western slope of Barra Hill, the A-Ma Temple is a historical site worshiping A-Ma (also known ...
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Lin Kai Miu
Dating from the 17th century, this temple occupies a square off Estrada do Repouso in the Patane district, whe...
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Lou Lim Ieoc Garden
Built in the 19th century on Macau Peninsula, the Lou Lim Ieoc Garden was once the private gardens of the Lou ...
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Na Tcha Temple
Built in 1888, this temple is dedicated to the worship of Na Tcha. This small traditional Chinese temple stand...
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Old Protestant Cemetery
This site provides an insight into Macau's diverse community profile. Located close to the Casa Garden, the Pr...
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Tam Kung Miu
This temple, with a fine toll roof decorated with porcelain figures, is dedicated to Tam Kung, a Taoist god of...
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Lou Kau Mansion
Built around 1889, Lou Kau Mansion, is a 2-storey, traditional Chinese architectural-style home located in the...
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Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro
The main avenue in the heart of Macau, Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro, or San Ma Lo (as it’s commonly known in Chi...
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Ruins of St. Paul’s
Perhaps the best known of Macau’s attractions, the Ruins of St. Paul’s are the remnants of St. Pau...
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St. Lazarus Church District
Situated next to St. Lazarus Church, the aptly named St. Lazarus Church District boasts a mixture of its old r...
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Kuan Tai Temple (Sam Kai Vui Kun)
This temple is located close to the old Chinese Bazaar area, which nowadays functions as St. Dominic's Market,...
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Senado Square
Senado Square (also known as Largo de Senado) is the city centre of Macau. It is located opposite Leal Senado ...
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Camoes Garden
In the 18th century this hilly, heavily wooded garden formed part of the grounds of the house which was occup...
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Mandarin’s House
The Mandarin’s House built around 1869 was the ancestral home of Zheng Guanying. The construction of the...
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Maritime Museum
If the history of Macau is really connected to the sea, there is no better place for the Maritime Museum, than...
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Macao Museum
Located in the historical heart of Macau neighbouring many historical sights, the Macao Museum is housed parti...
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St. Dominic’s Church
Situated minutes from Senado Square, St. Dominic’s Church is the first Dominican Church in China. Built from w...
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Heritage Exhibition of a Traditional Pawnshop Business
The Heritage Exhibition of a Traditional Pawnshop Business on the Macau Peninsula is a former pawnshop that wa...
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Grand Lisboa
Located in the heart of the Macau Peninsula, the Grand Lisboa is among Macau’s tallest buildings, with its ico...
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St. Anthony’s Church
First built of bamboo and wood before 1560, this is one of the oldest churches in Macau, also marking the site...
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Chapel of Our Lady of Penha
First built in 1622, the Chapel of Our Lady of Penha has since been renovated in 1935, returning its architect...
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The Taipa Houses Museum
The Taipa Houses are a series of colonial style houses turned into museums. These houses themselves are Europe...
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