Macau A World Of Difference, The Difference Is Macau

For almost four and a half centuries international travellers have been coming to Macau for.. adventure and sanctuary.. knowledge and excitement.. business and pleasure, Invariably they have found far more than they expected in the tiny outpost that once flourished as the prime commercial and cultural crossroad between Europe and Asia.

All those generations of visitor who marvelled at this unique society would be even more amazed to find how much of what they experienced has survived to provide a robust heritage that is one reason why visitors today, whether first time or regular, tourist or conference delegate, discover that Macau a world difference, the difference is Macau.

Over the years, Macau has built up its economy and it is a free port, which imposes virtually no restrictions or limits on the flow of goods, services and capital, therefore, it is an ideal city for exhibitions. It also offers conference and meeting centre, a modern international standard telecommunication in infrastructure.

Macau has a reputation for its special blend of Southern European and Southern Chinese styles in all aspects of life. One can also find evidences of another blend, historical and modern. Temples, fortresses, churches, ruins, palaces and gardens bear faithful witness to the long history. The Ruins of St Paul's, Sun Yat-sen Memorial House, Kun Iam Temple, Lou Lim Ieoc, etc...On the other hand, new boulevards, buildings and sculptures embody the city's modern and dynamic spirit.

Gourmets will find many delights here. One will be amazed by the great variety of cuisine, Beijing, Burmese, Italian, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Macanese, Malaysian, Portuguese, Shanghai, Thai, Yunnan and, at the same time, entranced by the extraordinary fine cooking at local food stalls, at amazingly low cost. Moreover, an eclectic variety of year round events and festivals are on offer: the International Fireworks Festival, Macau Grand Prix, Macau International Dragon Boat Races, Macau International Music Festival.

General Location and Area
Macau is located on the southeastern coast of China. The Territory comprises of the Macau Penisula (with 8.8 sq. km and connected to Mainland China), the islands of taipa (6.4 sq. km) and Coloana (7.6 sq. km and the reclaimed area COTAI (4.7 sq. km). The total area of Macau is 27.5 km².

Climate and Dress
The climate is moderate to hot, with an average annual temperature of just over 20 Celsius (68 Fahrenheit). The humidity is high with an average range between 75% and 90%. Rainfall is also high with the yearly total between 40 & 80 inches.

The highest humidity record is from March to August, from October until December the weather is dry being the mildest and most pleasant reason of the year. The rainy months extend from May until September. The typhoon season in Macau lasts from June to September. Cotton or light clothing is recommended for summer. Woollen clothing and sometimes a top-coat for the winter. Sweaters and jackets are useful for the cooler evenings, from October to April.

Currency
The unit of currency in Macau is the Pataca (MOP$).

By the decision of the Government the Pataca is linked to Hong Kong dollar (HK$) which is accepted as currency in Macau. The exchange rate is MOP$103.20 = HK$100.00. There is an acceptable variation up to 10%. Roughly 8 Patacas is equivalent to 1 US Dollar.

Special Occasions
Macau enjoys a celebration, be it a Chinese festival, a Christian saint's day or an historical anniversary. In addition there are new annual events which attract a wide range of visitors, from music lovers to motor racing fans.

Please visit the Macau Government Tourist Office Website or contact us for more information.

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