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Na Tcha Temple

Located in Santo Antonio, Macau, the Na Tcha Temple is a Chinese folk religion temple dedicated to the worship of Na Tcha deity, a folklore God of War. Located at the side of the Ruins of St. Paul's, the temple was constructed in 1888 as a homage to the child god of war, to put an end to the plague razing the region. A part of the Historic Center of Macao, the traditional Na Tcha Temple is built in a simple manner, with the central courtyard opening up to the grey edifice of the main building, adorned with basic embellishments. The entrance porch is furnished with paintings on both sides of the wall with the roof built in the traditional yingshan style. Each year on the 18th day of the fifth month in the Chinese lunar calendar, a procession is held of the Na Tcha's image, making it one of the best times to visit the temple.After visiting the temple, one can visit the Na Tcha Exhibition Hall nearby (at the Old City Wall) housing displays and wall arts dedicated to Na Tcha deity. A visit to the Na Tcha Temple is best combined with St Paul's Ruins located close by. Read More

Labelled as the first museum of nature, The Natural and Agrarian Museum is located in Seac Pai Van Park in Coloane. Established in the year 1997, this museum showcases various agricultural resources that were used in Macau. The museum has about 200 exhibits, which showcases the geography of Macau. The farming tools which were used in the olden days, displays denoting the lives of farmers, specimens of animals and plants make up the other exhibits in the museum. Read More

The British East India Company constructed the Old Protestant Cemetery in San Antonio, Macau. A new history of Macau lies amidst those tombstones. An interesting fact about the cemetery is that no Portuguese or Chinese names will be visible as all the buried are nationals of Britain, central states of America, The Netherlands, Sweden and Germany. It was built because of the disagreement by both the Portuguese and Chinese regarding the burial of Non- Catholics. Several interesting names can be detected if one goes snooping around the cemetery. Relatives of U.S presidents, members of influential families and other famous personas lie under those tombstones. Beside the graveyard is the Morrison Chapel. Read More

Situated on a small hill overlooking the Taipa Village is Our Lady of Carmo Church. Surrounded by blissful garden and pavilion, it is good place to relax. Neoclassical, three-storey structure was the sole Catholic Church in Taipa, when it was built in 1885. The light-yellow stucco walls often serves as a backdrop for the wedding photoshoots, standing oppostie to the marriage registration office in Taipa.

Pak Tai Temple

A 160-year-old temple in Taipa Village, the Pak Tai Temple is dedicated to the martial Taoist God Pak Tai who is believed to have defeated the Demon King terrorising the universe. The temple features a worship altar to pay offerings, unlike any other temple in Macau. The best time to visit the temple is during the Feast of Pak Tai on the third day of the thid lunar month when Cantonese opera performances are held here. One can usually spot local residents chilling by the banyan-tree-covered square every afternoon. Read More

Located on the Taipa Island in Macau, Rua Do Cunha is a narrow pedestrian street, popular as the "food street" amongst locals. The street is lined with shops, stalls and vendors selling phoenix egg rolls, peanut candy and other local delicacies along with housing some famous Portuguese restaurants. Rua Do Cunha was officially named after a Portuguese explorer Tristao da Cunha in 1884. The traditional colonial architecture of the street also attracts a lot of tourists. Read More

Sam Kai Vui Kun or Kuan Tai Temple is situated in front of St.Dominics Market Complex near Senado square. It is dedicated to Kuan/Gung Tai, the god of martial arts and wealth. The temple is a modern structure and accurately portrays the peaceful coexistence of the Chinese and the Portuguese. Two main events take place in the temple – The Feast of Drunken Dragon and The Feast of Kun Tai. The former takes place in mid-May, while the latter sometime around late June. On both of these occasions, the site would be bustling with activities and swarming with crowds.Other than this, the temple is also known for its architecture with its yingshan style roof; the incense shrouded main hall and the gable wall with exquisite stone sculptures. The name translates to "a community hall for three streets" as it is located at the junction of three of the oldest streets in Macau. Read More

The Sam Po temple is located in the dingy street of Rua Fernão Mendes Pinto. It was built in honor of Sam Po who is a water goddess and also the third eldest sister of Tin Hau, the guardian of seafarers. The idol sits inside a cave-like structure. A visit to this temple is a must as it reminds one of the history of Taipa as a seafaring community. The entrance to the Sam Po Temple is guarded by a small door and the closed cave-like structure adds a mysterious and spiritual aura. Even though it is dark inside, one is immediately reassured by the motherly and kind face of the deity.The visitor can make offerings in the form of money or fruits or flowers to show veneration to the great sea- goddess. Sam Po Temple is also home to a Taoist stone tablet that dates back to the Xianfeng Reign. Read More

Known as the Temple of Three Divinities, this shrine is located in the isolated Ka Ho bay region. It is the oldest temple in the area. One should mark a visit to the temple to bask in the serene and peaceful spiritual atmosphere it provides. The Three Divinities housed in the temple are The Great King Hung Shing, Kwan Tai and Tam Kung. The former was the first to be worshipped in the temple, but later the statues of the other two were also placed. The literal translation of the name 'Sam Seng' means 'three kings'. Read More

A haven for nature lovers, the Seac Pai Van Park is located in Coloane. Other than being a multipurpose park, this is also the largest green area in Macau. Within its premises, one can identify Macau Museum of Panda's, Museum of Nature and Agriculture, a children's zoo, an aviary and a botanical garden. The park is abounding with rich flora and fauna. It is known for the Panda Pavilion; wherein one can stand on a pavilion and observe two giant, cuddly pandas housed in the park. Other than pandas, the park is also home to ostriches, tarsier monkeys and other rural livestock. The Rare animal exhibition area of the museum offers educational classes in animal conservation for the residents and tourists.Other than this, the park also encases some historical relics including a small aeroplane from Portugal, an old railway engine, skeletal specimens of a Bryde's whale and Chinese White Dolphin. A visit to the park is compulsory for all those who want to understand the biological diversity of Macau. Housed amidst lush green wooded hills, this park is also a perfect spot for a picnic with your dear ones. Read More