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Macau: the sights of the former Portuguese colony
The amazing city of Macao can be called "the real state in the state". Here we casually combine various casinos and picturesque places for quiet walks, monuments of classical European architecture and Chinese culture. The sights of Macau form an unusual picture, full of both Chinese and Portuguese details.
Sights of a religious nature
As in any city, religious monuments are of considerable importance in Macao. First of all it is worth noting the church of St. Paul. Any brochure dedicated to this city necessarily contains a photo of this place. The greatness of the church is preserved, despite the fact that the years left only fragments from it. Once it was the largest Catholic structure in East Asia, and now there is only a staircase and a facade. In the seventeenth century, this church was struck with its bas-reliefs and many statues of the inhabitants of Macau. The sights are often tragically destroyed, and this building was destroyed by the strongest fire. Nearby is the most interesting museum of sacred art, in which you can see the elements of a wide variety of religious cults. In addition, in the crypt of the building are preserved the remains and relics of Christians who once took a martyr's death. From the Asian side of Macau attractions -
Architecture of Macau
One of the most interesting old buildings in the city is Fort Guia, once created in order to protect against the rest of China Macau. Reviews of tourists from around the world note the need to visit this fortress. In the last century, additional construction was carried out here - two world wars pushed the inhabitants to create shelters from air attacks. Here is the chapel of Our Lady of Guia, as well as a fifteen-meter lighthouse. It is considered the oldest on the entire Chinese coast, and not just in Macau.
Attractions are also preserved in the area of St. Lazarus, built up by the colonizers. For example, it is worth to visit the cemetery of Archangel Michael, where many famous people of that time are buried. Do not forget to go to the Taipei house museum. This is a luxurious museum complex of five green villas. In the last century, they were built by the wealthy Macau, and now the buildings are used for exhibitions and permanent exhibitions. Here you can get acquainted with the culture and traditions of Portugal, the neighboring islands of Coloan and Taipa, learn about the local traditions of fishing, making fireworks and cooking oyster sauce, touching the lives of people who lived here a hundred years ago.
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