Thursday, March 8, 2012

Macau: A Mix of the Old and New

It was winter in Hong Kong, but it was colder in Macau. Macau has the same seasons and weather like Hong Kong but mix it in with the sea breeze, then you need to really cover yourself with coats and thick jackets. From Hong Kong, we took a ferry to Macau. Their being closely knit as to proximity being two hours away by ferry and being both part of the Republic of China, allows you even to use Hong Kong Dollars in Macau. So there's really no need to exchange your HKD for Macau money. What is striking in Macau is that there are various casinos which you can try your luck on. If you're a fan of gambling, then this is a chance to roll the dice on a baccarat or get the jackpot at the slot machines. But if you're not much into these stuffs, then let yourself be encompassed by the beauty of the casinos' architecture and the uniqueness they behold. You will be awed by gold designs or by diamonds or even by crystals. If that is not enough, then be clad with the beauty of Paris serenaded by a singer who rows your boat along the man-made canal. If you're in for treats, take a walk at Senado Square and be delighted with their free taste and sale of various sumptuous goodies. Then walk a little further, and you'll find the St. Paul's Ruins just around the corner. Macau is also home to old architectures. Truly, it is a mix of the old and new.

Macau Tower: A Site for Bungee Jumping (more like the Menara Tower of Malaysia)

Senado Square during Chinese New Year Week

St. Paul's Ruins: It was a Busy Day

Galaxy Casino Entrance

Human Mannequins

City of Dreams Light Show

Feels Like Paris: Venetian Casino

Inside Venetian Casino: Make you say "Wow"!

Pillars and Lights

Row your Boat with a Serenading Maiden


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