Macau. Taipa 氹仔
I reached the old town of Taipa (氹仔) from the Galaxy casino resort complex. It is located just on the other side of a busy street. The gate which says “Vila da Taipa” is hard to miss. When you look at it, keep in mind …
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 …