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Bamboo Bay featuring long stretches of smooth golden sands - Image from the Internet
Alternatively, visitors can explore the beautiful island of Coloane with its unique Black Sand Beach at Hac Sa. This beach stretches approximately 4km and offers various recreational activities such as surfing, as well as numerous beach bars.
Beach with distinctive black sand - Image from the Internet
2. Check-in at Senado Square
The main square of Macau, known as Largo do Senado, boasts a rich history spanning centuries, covering an area of 37,000 square meters. It stands out as one of the most captivating budget-friendly tourist spots in Macau. Surrounding the square are colonial architectures, creating a harmonious Mediterranean atmosphere. The square is paved with tiles forming mesmerizing wave patterns, making it a magnet for tourists. It's effortlessly picturesque, ideal for dazzling photoshoots with friends and family.
Largo do Senado Square is the perfect spot for Instagram-worthy moments.
The square serves as a venue for various special events and celebrations in Macau, such as the Spring Festival and Christmas, as well as spectacular fireworks displays, lion dances, and dragon dances. It's also a renowned shopping hub, with numerous stores lining both sides of the streets.
The square's ambiance blends Eastern and Western styles seamlessly.
3. Explore the majestic St. Paul's Church
St. Paul's Church, built by the Portuguese in the 17th century, has faced three devastating fires since the 1800s. Despite numerous setbacks and severe damage, the iconic facade and staircase remain intact.
Only the front facade of St. Paul's Church remains after the fires - image from the internet
To visit, you'll need to climb dozens of stone steps to reach the church gate, pass through this wall, and explore the church ruins, including stone columns, crypts, and a Catholic Museum.
4. Test your luck at the Casino
When mentioning Macau, one cannot overlook the casinos, often dubbed as the 'Las Vegas of Asia.' It's incomplete to visit here without trying your hand at roulette or blackjack under the night sky. With 33 casinos, you'll find various gambling establishments nestled within each corner of the Chinese tourism destination. Among them, Venetian stands out as the most renowned and also the world's largest casino. Spanning over 50,000 square meters, with 640 gaming tables and 1,760 slot machines tailored for the Asian market, it promises an unforgettable and thrilling experience.
Venetian exudes luxury and sophistication - image from the internet
Other casinos worth visiting include Sands, City of Dreams, and Studio City. Here, you'll find not only gambling activities but also live bands and unlimited dining options.
The thrilling atmosphere at a gaming table - image from the internet
5. Experience Bungee Jumping
AJ Hackett Tower ranks as the 10th tallest tower in the world, standing at 338m tall. Here, visitors can experience the adrenaline rush of bungee jumping from a height of 233m. It's the world's highest commercial bungee jumping spot. You'll stand at a high point, strap the bungee cord around your waist, and leap downward. The bungee cord will rebound, creating an exhilarating sensation. It's a test of courage and a dash of daring for you!
6. Indulge in delicious cuisines
Macau cuisine bears significant influence from Portuguese culture during their colonial era. Here, tourists can indulge in a romantic dinner with enticing dishes like Bacalhau, also known as salted codfish, Ameijoas Com Alho prepared from Portuguese clams with garlic sauce, or Serradura pudding. But undoubtedly, the Portuguese egg tart is the highlight. Its soft, flaky crust with slightly burnt edges complements the sweet, fragrant egg custard, creating a uniquely enticing treat for diners.
The golden hue of the egg tart is irresistibly appealing - image from the internet
Additionally, don't forget to savor the equally tempting local delicacies. Seafood rolls with shredded pork, combining seaweed and shredded pork, create a deliciously savory and crispy dish that melts in the mouth. Or try Macau's egg noodle with shrimp, boasting a rich, irresistible flavor. The golden noodles are generously topped with shrimp eggs, creating a visually stunning dish.
Macau shrimp egg noodles - image from the internet
7. Go Shopping
Macau, dubbed as the 'city that never sleeps,' is a true shopping paradise with hundreds of leading global brands in fashion, perfumes, watches, and footwear such as Gucci, Hermes, Chanel, and Zara. All products ensure the best prices, quality, and authenticity, especially genuine items. A place where tourists can immerse themselves in the shopping world is The Grand Canal Shoppes, the most famous and luxurious shopping center in Macau. Spanning 93,000 square meters, the antique shops with vaulted ceilings, and the front courtyards adorned with cascading flowers resemble the distinctive style of ancient Venice.
The architecture of The Grand Canal Shoppes bears the signature of Venice - image from the internet
Shopping district at Senado Square - image from the internet
