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Macau is a small region with a high-density population neighboring Hong Kong and probably best known for its casinos, many of which rival Las Vegas casinos in size and scope, but Macau has much more to offer travelers than gambling.
Macau is located at 60 km southwest from Hong Kong. Macau, listed as World Heritage Site of China, hosts some major tourists attractions like A-Ma temple, Casa Garden, Guia Fortress, Old Protestant Cemetery, and the Ruins of Saint Paul's Cathedral.
There are around forty to fifty temples of various sizes with some dated back to the 15th century. These temples features Kuan Yin or the images of Buddha and other gods. The city is renowned for its flavour-blending culture. You can relish yourself with delicacies that offers a blend of southern Chinese and Portuguese cuisines as well as some other special aromas. Macau also boasts lot of entertainment and recreational activities like enthrilled night life filled Jazz, Classical music, electronica, Chinese folk-pop, and rock. There are wide range hotels in Macau that provide good accommodation options as per the desire and budget of the travellers.
The official languages used here are Portuguese and Chinese along with English, which is also used on many occasions. The Macau Peninsula is the political, economic and cultural center of Macau with major chunk of industrial and commercial industries being concentrated here. Macau is a peaceful tourist destination popular for many things like its history, fashionable people and varied culture. This destination surely deserves a visit and is sure to revitalize the weary travelers. There are many accommodation facilities available at Macau City.
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