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Macau is rich in heritage and culture. A blend of Portuguese and Chinese cultures, there are surprises around every corner in delightful Macau.

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There are so many vibrant and interesting places to visit in Macau but the only part of the former Portuguese colony that remains undeveloped, Coloane Macau is a haven from the bright lights of the Cotai Strip and the crowds of the Macau Peninsula. For an escape away from...
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With so many places to visit in Macau, it's sometimes difficult to decide what to put on your Macau itinerary. Where there’s gambling, you’ll usually find pawn shops. And Macau is no exception. However, this special administrative region of China is also full of museums. One Macau museum worth...
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Taipa Village Macao

Like many languages around the world, Portuguese has a proverb advising against putting new wine in old bottles – yet that’s exactly what’s happening in Taipa, the historic fishing village that’s reinventing itself for the 21st century. And the renewal of Taipa Village is proving to be a roaring...
Macao is experiencing a design renaissance. Being a cultural hotspot where East and West have been rubbing shoulders for over 400 years, the former Portuguese colony has a unique aesthetical style. In recent years, many new unique structures and spaces have emerged alongside the historic ones. Macao’s design language is...
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If you've been to Macau before then you might have already ticked these places to visit in Macau off your list. Uncover the enchanting tales of Macao's past in Our Lady of Fatima Parish, which is one of eight intriguing self-guided walking trails of Macao's tourist spots. Download the...
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With a rich legacy of Portuguese history, it's not surprising that some of the top things to do in Macau involve exploring its World Heritage treasures. But with 25 historical buildings, gardens and squares spread across the city, where do you start? As TripAdvisor's Destination Expert for Macau, I...

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