states: [china]
category: cultural
year: 2005
location: Macao Special Administrative Region
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 22.1912919444, 113.5364611111
visited: 1996
The Historic Centre of Macau, a UNESCO World Heritage site in China, is a vibrant fusion of Chinese and Portuguese colonial heritage. Featuring cobblestone streets, baroque churches, and traditional temples, it reflects centuries of cultural exchange as a trading hub. Iconic landmarks like fortress ruins and pastel-colored buildings highlight its unique East-meets-West identity, preserving a rich historical tapestry.
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