Established in 2013, the Macao Basic Law Memorial Hall comprehensively showcases the successful implementation and historical development of the "Basic Law of the Macao Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China" through text, images, and physical exhibits. It aims to provide local residents and visitors with a more intuitive…
The Wynn Macau Fountains, a spectacular large circular musical fountain located right at the main entrance of Wynn Macau Resort, are quite eye-catching. The fountain consists of 200 water nozzles and jets, along with 1,000 individual lights. This grand lake-style fountain continuously transforms...
Located in the Sky Plaza of the MGM Macau hotel lobby, every dusk, ever-changing colorful images are projected onto the 25-meter-high European-style building facade under the massive sky screen—this is the “Sky Dream.” The Sky Plaza is one of the main highlights of MGM Macau, situated at the heart of the Golden Palace...
Located by One Central Lake, The One Macau offers sweeping views of one sea, two bays (Nam Van Lake and Sai Van Lake), and three bridges (Friendship Bridge, Macau-Taipa Bridge, and Sai Van Bridge). It is renowned for its elegant and comfortable shopping environment, cutting-edge fashion brands, and a comprehensive selection of goods. The mall at The One Macau features over 40...
The Chapel of St. Michael is located within the "St. Michael's Cemetery," which was built in 1854 as Macau's first Western-style cemetery. The chapel itself was constructed in 1875 and renovated in 1898, making it one of the best-preserved historic buildings in Macau today. The Chapel of St. Michael is built in the Gothic style, featuring pointed arches, crenellations...
Macao Story House (English name: “MacauStoryHouse”), located at No. 6A, Rua da Felicidade Nova, is an inspirational space integrating historical research, educational outreach, and artistic creation, established in 2012 by the Macao Oral History Association. The collection includes books on oral history, Macao-related publications…
The Garden of Luís de Camões was built in the late 19th century and is located on the former site of the Estrada Nova de Luís de Camões. In 1898, authorities constructed this tree-lined boulevard to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Vasco da Gama's fleet arriving in India. The boulevard stretches 500 meters in length and is 6…
The Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial House is located next to the Grand Hotel at 1 Avenida do Dr. Rodrigo Rodrigues in Macau. It is a building with Islamic architectural features. In 1918, Dr. Sun Yat-sen funded the construction of this residence as a home for his family. By 1932, his son, Chak Sham, took care of his mother, Madam Soong Ching-ling (also known as Madame Sun Yat-sen), here. After her passing, the former residence was later…
Located at the southern foot of Guia Hill on the Macau Peninsula, Rua da Vitória Garden in Macau lies between Avenida de Sidónio Pais and Rua da Vitória. Its historical significance has been recognized by the Macau government. Covering an area of approximately 2,000 square meters, the garden is smaller than other parks in Macau. Yet, situated in the bustling central district of the city, it offers a tranquil space for the public...
The former residence of Ye Ting is located at No. 76, Governor Nobre de Carvalho Street, Macao. It was a dowry gift from Ye’s wife Li Xiumei’s father to his daughter. The two-story building features permanent exhibitions including the original layout of the residence, exhibits on Ye’s military achievements, family anecdotes, and the story of the house itself. Between 1931 and 1937, Ye Ting and his wife lived here with their children Zhengda, Zhengming, Zhengguang, Huaming,…
Tap Seac Gallery is funded and managed by the Macao Government's Cultural Affairs Bureau and was inaugurated on December 5, 2003. It was formerly the Contemporary Art Space of the Orient Foundation. The building is distinctive in character, featuring two ancient wells indoors and a large central atrium that allows natural light to illuminate the interior, creating a unique exhibition space. The exhibition area...
Macao Tea Culture House is a museum located in Lou Lim Ieoc Garden in the Macao Special Administrative Region, managed by the Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau of Macao. It systematically showcases the characteristics of tea cultures from both the East and the West, and is the first museum in Macao dedicated exclusively to the subject of tea culture. The Macao Tea Culture House was designed by architect Carlos Marreiros, and the building is inspired by the original Western-style…
Formerly known as the Monte da Guia Lighthouse, Guia Lighthouse is located atop Guia Hill in Macau. It is part of the Guia Fortress and one of the three major historic landmarks on Guia Hill. In 1992, it was named one of the Eight Scenes of Macau. In 2005, it was inscribed as part of the Historic Centre of Macau on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Taipa Square is located in the St. Lazarus Parish of Macau. The site was originally the Taipa Sports Ground and is now the largest square in Macau. The government began construction in May 2005, demolishing the sports ground and integrating a section of Avenida de Holland between the Cultural Affairs Bureau and the Taipa Arts and Cultural Centre into Taipa Square. The underground features a driveway. The project was completed and officially opened to traffic on July 22, 2007…
The Macao Historical Archives is located on Avenida do Conselheiro Ferreira de Almeida in the Macao Special Administrative Region. It is the official institution responsible for the collection, preservation, analysis, and research of Macao's archival and historical materials. Established in 1952, the archives primarily house records from the Municipal Council, Civil Affairs Bureau, Education and Youth Affairs Bureau, Finance Bureau, Governor's Office, Navy, Macao Rotary Club, and the Holy...
Rua da Madre de Deus, located near the Macao Museum and the Ruins of St. Paul’s, is a street with Portuguese-style architecture. The facades of the old buildings along the street are all painted in yellow and red, and the road is covered with beautiful patterns made of mosaic cobblestones. The street lamps have also been replaced with European-style lanterns, giving it an unmistakably Lisbon-like atmosphere. The name “Rua da Madre de Deus”…
The Macau Guia Cable Car Station is the shortest cable car system in the world and the only one in Macau, connecting Guia Municipal Park with Lum Jao Park. The car operates from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily (closed every Monday), and each car can carry up to four people. Riding the Guia Cable Car, you can overlook the entire Lum Jao Park from the cabin,...
The actual name of the Ladies’ House is “Home for the Poor.” Built over a hundred years ago, it is property of the Holy House of Mercy in Macau. It is located at the end of Rua da Sinha in the old district of São Lázaro, next to the current Social Security Fund. During Japan’s invasion of China in World War II, a large number of Portuguese immigrants from Shanghai fled to Macau, and the Ladies’ House became a dedicated shelter for refugees and…
Built in 1921, the Museum of Art and Calligraphy of Joseph Needham in Macao is a distinctive building that was designated as a historical monument in 1984. Its design primarily features Western architectural style, but it is complemented by traditional Chinese tiled roofing on the inner courtyard, making the building a testament to the convergence of Eastern and Western architectural cultures. …
The Historic Centre of Macao, also known as the Historic Old City Area of Macao (formerly referred to as the Historic Architecture Complex of Macao), consists of 22 buildings located on the Macao Peninsula and their adjacent 8 squares or “largo” areas, forming a historic district centered around the old city. The Historic Centre of Macao was officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List during the 29th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in July 2005...