Do you know where China’s oldest coastal lighthouse is located? Want to climb to the top, gaze at the vast seascape, and let the sea breeze carry your thoughts back to the history of the Pearl River? Macau’s “Guia Lighthouse,” the oldest in China’s coastal regions, will be open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from May 12 to 20. If you want to climb the spiral staircase and take in the panoramic view of Macau and the magnificent scenery of the Pearl River Estuary from the top of the lighthouse, don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity.
The oldest coastal lighthouse in the Far East, the “Guia Lighthouse,” is only open to visitors for summit tours during the “Harbour Festival” event each year. (Image provided by Macao Tourism Board)
Macau’s annual “Harbour Festival” series of events is set to kick off on May 12. Among the highlights is the opening of the Guia Lighthouse—the first and oldest in China’s coastal regions and the oldest in the Far East—for visitors to climb and enjoy views of the Pearl River. With its snow-white exterior accented by yellow trim, the lighthouse served as a crucial navigational aid for ships entering the Pearl River before radar technology became widespread. It is recognized as one of Macau’s Eight Scenic Spots, alongside the Ruins of St. Paul’s and the Macau Tower. The lighthouse will be open this year from May 12 to 20 on Saturdays and Sundays, from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Travelers planning a trip to Macau in May should seize the chance to see this mysterious landmark, the oldest lighthouse in the Far East.
Macau’s iconic landmark, the “Ruins of St. Paul’s,” features relief carvings that blend European Renaissance and traditional Eastern styles, attracting visitors from around the world to take photos. (Image provided by Moleskine Editorial Department)
In addition, the Macau Maritime Museum will be open to the public free of charge from May 18 to 20, and a “Winds on the Water — Moments of the Heart” fishing boat and lifestyle exhibition will be held in front of the museum. The exhibition includes photos of fishermen’s lives and life-sized model sampans, along with live demonstrations of fishing net weaving by local fishermen, offering visitors a glimpse into the daily life of Macau’s early fishermen. Meanwhile, the canoeing and sailing competitions organized by the Macau Harbour Bureau will take place at 10:00 AM on the 13th in the waters off Hac Sa Beach, giving water sports enthusiasts a chance to watch the races live.
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