Macua

What happens in Macua stays in Macua?  It’s the Las Vegas of the Orient.

A former Portuguese colony handed over to China in 1999. The Portuguese government legalized gambling in the 1850’s. In 2007 it overtook Las Vegas in gaming revenues.

Signage is in English and Portuguese. However, Cantonese is their primary language, second is English and we’re not quite sure who speaks Portuguese.

The casinos are big, bright and bustling.  Free shuttles from the big casinos at the train station rotate people, mostly from mainland China and Hong Kong in like a revolving door. They don’t ask if you have a reservation.

Aside and the better side is the historic district – charming and packed full of tourists.  Portuguese mosaic stone sidewalks just like the ones we saw walking the Camino de Santiago Portuguese last year lead you to Senado Square and the Ruins of St. Paul – both UNESCO World Heritage sites.

7 thoughts on “Macua”

  1. とうふ Tofu – Welcome to my chapters of exploring Japan (and a few extra other places) I’m a little bit of a hermit crab but I love coming out of my shell to go somewhere far far away. Just me, my suitcase, and camera. Japan has always been my favourite travel destination so I have made it a priority to visit 1-2 times a year. Every town, every city, all has its uniqueness and beauty to explore, especially the food!! Bring on the ramen, sushi, shabu-shabu, wagyu beef and many more….the culture too, offers so much oh-mi-god and wow moments in my life, every shrine, castle, garden, has its own background story, every prefecture is worth visiting as they all carry culture and history that I want to dive right into...so far my heart belongs to Hokkaido and that hasn’t changed at all, I want to explore more of what’s there! A few of my hobbies outside of travelling are, watching anime, reading manga, and playing video games. I do however, have a minor obsession over glasses. My dreams and aspirations? I guess, those battleships and little rowing boats have set sailed a long time ago and I never really achieved reaching any shores. But, for now, all I can think about is getting on that airplane and checking into a hotel, wake up the next morning and start a brand new adventure with mini tasks for myself to fulfil...everyday!! Which will become the highlight of the day, and fill me with great fond memories and discoveries if any. Usually I enjoy walking to and from new places, because I believe I will see so much more beautiful little things on foot than any other way.
    Tofu

    Wow looks very lovely!!

    1. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
      Bill and Paige

      Thank you!!

    1. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
      Bill and Paige

      Thank you!

    1. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
      Bill and Paige

      Thanks!

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