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Discover the religious heritage of Macau

Macau
Book online or call: +44 0800 015 4961
Duration: 8 h
Activity Level: Moderate
Experience: Unesco, Family, Historical
Language: English, Chinese
Photo permit included
Tour by public transport
Canal Boat tour included
Train tickets included
Suitable for little children
Wheelchair accessible tour
Museum ticket included
Light snack included
Lunch included
Transportation included
Walking Tour

Overview

Macau offers a harmonious blend of Portuguese and Chinese culture and traditions. The mixed culture of Macau is reflected in the architecture of the region. Portuguese catholic churches and cathedrals and Chinese temples adjacent to each other. During this tour, you will learn about the religion and traditions of Macau`s people.

What's included

  • Professional licensed guide
  • Transportation by a private vehicle
  • Pick up and drop off
  • Bottle of water
  • Traditional lunch

Highlights

Kun Iam Temple
The Kun Iam Temple is a temple in Nossa Senhora de Fátima, Macau, China. It is one of the three largest and richest Buddhist temples in Macau and its more official name is "Pou Chai Sim Un" the 13th century to venerate Kun Iam, the Chinese representation of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Mercy.
Lin Fung Temple
Built in the 16th century, Lin Fung is a Buddhist temple. It is also known as the Temple of Lotus. Located close to the Gongbei border, it features several rooms and praying areas, with the main hall being dedicated to Kun Iam, Goddess of Mercy.
Lou Lim Ieoc Garden
Lou Lim Ieoc Garden is a garden in São Lázaro, Macau, China. The garden was built in 1906 by local merchant Lou Kau as part of his residence, and its design follows the well-known Suzhou Gardens. It turned over to the Macau government in 1974 as a public park, which is popular with local inhabitants.
Mandarin's House
Mandarin's House is a historic residential complex in São Lourenço, Macau. It was the residence and family home of the late Qing theoretician and reformist Zheng Guanying (1842-1921). He completed his masterpiece of Shengshi Weiyan (Words of Warning in Times of Prosperity) in the house. Mandarin's House occupies an area of 4,000 square metres, which is amongst the largest family houses in Macau
Na Tcha Temple
The Na Tcha Temple, built in 1888, is a Chinese folk religion temple in Santo António, Macau, China. The Na Tcha Temple was built in homage to the guardian deity. It is believed that it was built to put an end to the plague ravaging the region during that time. In 2005, the temple became one of the designated sites of the Historic Centre of Macau enlisted on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
St. Joseph's Seminary and Church
The St. Joseph's Seminary and Church is a seminary and church located in São Lourenço, Macau, China. The seminary was established in 1728 and, following the end of the Jesuits' mission, was taken over by the Lazarites. The church was erected in 1758. In 2005, the church became one of the designated sites of the Historic Centre of Macau enlisted on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
St. Lawrence’s Church
Originally built by the Jesuits before 1560, this is one of the oldest churches of Macau. The present-day building was the result of the works carried out in 1846. Situated on the southern coastline of Macau overlooking the sea, families of Portuguese sailors used to gather on the front steps of the church to pray and wait for their return, hence it was given the name: Feng Shun Tang (Hall of the Soothing Winds). St. Lawrence’s Church is a neo-classical structure.
Sun Yat Sen Memorial House
Sun Yat Sen Memorial House or Memorial House of Dr. Sun Yat Sen is a museum located in São Lázaro, Macau, China where former family members and relatives of Sun Yat-sen, the 'Father of Modern China' used to live. The House bears witness to his short but significant stay in Macau in the early 20th century where Macau serve as the starting point for Dr. Sun's travels around the world; it also act as an important venue in which he conducted revolutionary activities and finally as the ideal place he chose to settle his family in later years.
The A-Ma Temple
The A-Ma Temple is a temple to the Chinese sea-goddess Mazu located in São Lourenço, Macau, China. Built in 1488, the temple is one of the oldest in Macau and thought to be the settlement's namesake. The name Macau was thought to be derived from the name of the temple. It is said that when the Portuguese sailors landed at the coast just outside the temple and asked the name of the place, the natives replied Maa-gok or A-maa-gok (lit. "The Pavilion of the Mother"). The Portuguese then named the peninsula "Macau". The temple was well described in ancient Chinese texts, as well as represented in paintings, related to Macao. It is also one of the first scenes photographed in Macao. In 2005, the temple became one of the designated sites of the Historic Centre of Macau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Leal Senado Building
The Leal Senado Building (Portuguese for Loyal Senate) was the seat of Portuguese Macau's government (Legislative Assembly of Macau and Municipal Council of Macau). It is located at one end of the Senado Square in São Lourenço, Macau, China. The title was bestowed on Macau's government in 1810 by Portugal's Prince Regent João, who later became King John VI of Portugal. This was a reward for Macau's loyalty to Portugal, which refused to recognize Spain’s sovereignty during the Philippine Dynasty that it occupied Portugal, between 1580 and 1640. A plaque ordered by the king commemorating this can still be seen inside the entrance hall.
The Our Lady of Penha Chapel
The Our Lady of Penha Chapel is a church in São Lourenço, Macau, China. The land where the church stands was donated by the Senate of the Augustinians for the construction of the church, which was dedicated to the Our Lady of Penha of France. The church was then constructed in 1622 and became the property of the Augustinians until 1834 when they were expelled from Macau. In 1837, the church was reconstructed along with the Bishop's residence next to it. In 1935, it was then again completely rebuilt.
The Ruins of Saint Paul's
The Ruins of Saint Paul's are the ruins of a 17th-century Catholic religious complex in Santo António, Macau, China. They include what was originally St. Paul's College and the Church of St. Paul (Igreja de São Paulo) also known as "Mater Dei", a 17th-century Portuguese church dedicated to Saint Paul the Apostle. Today, the ruins are one of Macau's best-known landmarks and one of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese Origin in the World. In 2005, they were officially listed as part of the Historic Centre of Macau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Itinerary

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You will be picked up by the guide at the cruise port or at the hotel you are staying in Macau.

The guide will show you the Chinese religious buildings first and tell you about their history.

After traditional lunch, you will discover the Portuguese churches and the historic centre of Macau.

When the tour finishes, the guide will drop you off at the hotel or cruise port.

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