Tourist guide Macao

Travellers and traders of east and west have been meeting in Macau since the 16th century, when it was the major gateway to China and a crossroad for cultures, cuisines and commerce. This history is now a major attraction, especially as Macau is easily accessible and offers international class hotels and a wide variety of meeting facilities. Often regarded as Las Vegas of the East, Macau now boasts highly modern conference venues with large capacities as well as unique, historic public buildings with colonial charm. Venues in Macau include some of the most prestigious brands in the world ranging from 7000 seat auditorium to rooms for a gathering of half a dozen or so. Among the natural aspects that attract visitors and residents are its outstanding trails, picturesque paths along the hills amid dense vegetation permitting a glimpse of the myriad varieties of flora and fauna. From a new international airport and airline to the subtleties of its Chinese and Portuguese heritages. Macau is a place of yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Identity card

Capital :
Macau

Official language :
Chinese & Portuguese

Currency :
•    Macanese Pataca (MOP)

Public Holidays :
•    New Year's Day:  1 Jan 2011 / 2012
•    Chinese New Year:  3 Feb - 8 Feb 2011 / 23 Jan - 25 Jan 2012
•    International Women's Day:  8 Mar  2011 / 2012
•    Arbor Day:  12 Mar 2011 / 2012
•    Qingming Festival (Tomb Sweeping Day):  3 Apr - 5 Apr 2011 /  4 Apr - 5 Apr 2012
•    Worker's Day:  1 May 2011 / 2012
•    National Youth Day:  4 May  2011 / 2012
•    International Children's Day:  1 Jun 2011 / 2012
•    Communist Party Foundation:  1 Jul  2011 / 2012
•    People's Liberation Army Day:  1 Aug  2011 /2012
•    Teacher's Day:  10 Sep  2011 / 2012
•    National Day of the People's Republic of China:  1 Oct - 7 Oct  2011 /  1 Oct - 3 Oct  2012