Macau. Hidden central Macau
Venture off the main touristy area of the Senado Square, and you will find Macau that does not exist in guidebooks. Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro is the main artery of this part of Macau – it crosses the Senado Square and leads to the casinos …
Macau. Company Sq and Monte Fort
The Ruins of St. Paul’s 大三巴牌坊 are arguably the most famous landmark of Macau. The church, Igreja de São Paulo, was built in 1602-1640. The disaster which turned it into a ruin happened in 1835: during a violent typhoon, a fire commenced, taking down all …
Macau. Around Senado Sq
The heart of Macau’s old town is undoubtedly beating at the Senado Square (Largo do Senado, 議事亭前地). It’s triangular in shape, paved with Portuguese mosaics and surrounded by representative buildings. The square is named after the Leal Senado Building that closes its southern side. Built …