Travel Guide to Macau

Macau:

Cost: Free to wander. Food: $-$$$$

Funky Fact: It’s the second richest territory in the world, this is due to its Casinos.

1 Ruins of Sao Paulo

The most famous structure in Macau is only the facade of what was St. Paul’s College and the Church of St. Paul. Construction began in 1602 and it was destroyed during a typhoon in 1835.

2. Largo do Senado (Senado Square).

With its stunning mosaic streets hand laid in curvaceous patterns.

3. Macau Tower

You can enjoy the view from the top or if your a thrill seeker, jump off! The AJ Hackett’s Bungy Jump is a Guinness World Record holder standing at 764ft high.

4. Green Tea Pancakes

These pancakes are made with Red Bean Paste and sold at Paddington House of Pancakes. An unusually delicious adventure for your mouth.

5. Bakkwa

A Macau favorite! This dried meat can be sampled for free by the sales reps lining the street on your way to see Sao Paolo. The taste of bakkwa is salty and sweet its made from pork and is very similar to a thick piece of jerky

6. Alley of Passion or Romantic Lane

Traditional European shutters and brightly chosen paint enhances the cities beautiful setting. You can find this spot down Travessa da Paixão just off or Rua d. São Paulo. Go fist thing in the morning for fewer tourists competing for the perfect photo.

7. St. Dominic’s Church

Established in 1587 this Baroque-style church reveals the cities European influence.

8. Sonnet to Macao

Located in the beautiful Camões Gardens the ode to this stunning city praises its unique qualities.

“Gem of the orient earth and open sea. Macao!”

9. Rua da Ressurreicao

The lively Rua da Ressurreicao is lined with Shopping and food. It’s a must see for sampling local foods.

10. Hongyipao Cannons at Monte Fort

Atop a hill is Monte Fort (also called St. Paul’s Fort) it was built in the 1620s for a 2 year siege. The Cannons only saw action once. The style of cannon is known as Hongyipao.

11. Joss Stick Coils

You will see these stunning and aromatic coils as most of the temples in Macau. When lit they burn a wonderful sandalwood scent and burn long and slow for about 6 hours. They are believed to benefit have many uses: offerings, carries wishes up to the creator, can aid in spiritual communication, purify the air and wards off evil spirits

12. Calçada Portuguesa

Calçada Portuguesa is the term for paved black and white street mosaics. These mosaics made with limestone-basalt can be seen all over the city streets they are a reminder of the Portuguese Governance. Macau was a European colony (under Portugal) for over 400 years! Todays Calçada has undergone symbolic regeneration and some imagery now portrays iconography distinct to Macau.

13. Macaus Almond Mung Bean Cookies

Made in bulk for the sweet toothed masses. Bakeries offer free sample of this Macanese treat, and all advertise the best in town. The famous Koi Kei Bakery being one of the most popular artisans.