Lonely Planet Magazine India

MACAU

WHY GO?

One of the most exciting destinations in the Far East, Macau is blessed with millions of visitors every year, who come for its century-old churches, luxurious casinos, hotels, food and hospitality.

WHAT WILL I DO THERE?

Macau Peninsula hosts the UNESCO World Heritage-listed old city centre ; the former islands of Taipa and Coloane are connected to it by a strip of. The towering fa¢ade and grand stairway are all that remain of this beautiful edifice. Next up is the , located on the highest point on the peninsula, which offers a great panoramic view of the city, and is the place to catch a romantic sunset. The added attraction is the beautiful . Take a break from ruins and the sun with an hour or two in the comfort of the air-conditioned gallery at the . This magnificent five-storey museum is home to some of the best artworks from across Macau and China. A visit to the is an absolute must, too. This Baroque-style, two-room library cocoons around 19,000 books, including antique publications in Portuguese, French and English.

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