Visit Macau's Spiritual Birthplace: A-Ma Temple!

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⛩️ A-Ma Temple is where Macau began—mystical, maritime, and utterly unforgettable.

✨ Why Visit?

✅ Oldest & Holiest: Built in 1488, this Ming Dynasty temple honors Mazu, goddess of seafarers. Its incense-filled halls and cliffside pavilions blend Taoist, Buddhist, and folk traditions—feel centuries of prayers in the air.

✅ Macau’s Namesake: Legend says Portuguese explorers heard "A-Ma-Gau" (Bay of Mazu) as "Macau" when landing here in the 1550s. The temple literally gave the city its name!

✅ World Heritage Charm: As part of Macau’s UNESCO-listed Historic Centre, it features stone lions, engraved ship rocks ("Ocean Vessel Stone"), and cliffside poetry carved by ancient scholars.

📍Address: Barra Square, Macau City

🕒 Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM (daily)

🎫 Entry: Free

Post by English Guy in Asia | Jun 2, 2025