Macau is one of the two Special Administrative Districts (another one is Hong Kong), locates on the west bank of the Pearl River Delta. This coastal city consists of Macau Peninsula, Taipa Island (Dangzai Island), Coloane Island and Lk Taipa Island City. Macau covers an area of 32.8 square meters with population up to 549,200, which make it one of the most densely populated cities in the world. Meanwhile, Macau is one of the World’s four Las Vegas”. Macau has developed in the past industries such as textiles, electronics and toys, while today has built up world class tourism industry with a wide choice of hotels, resorts, MICE facilities, restaurants and casinos. The economy grew rapidly and listed Macau one of the top affluent cities.
Macau doesn't have rich tourist resources; it has no famous rivers and mountains, also has no forest and wilderness. However, Macau has got a successful transformation to service economy with tourism from a manufacturing economy. Tourism industry has become the most important industry in Macau, basically including gambling, food, cultural heritage, etc... Macao is an international city, tourists here come from home and abroad.
Tourism in the urban economic development in the industry, position, and gradually increase the economic role of the tourism industry to boost the urban economy, social employment, driving force, as well as the promotion of the role of culture and the environment becomes increasingly obvious. Tourism is a pillar of China's economic development industries.
There are many famous Macao attractions, such as the rich characteristics of southern Europe architectures; Ruins of St. Paul's - one of the most famous monuments; Farol da Guia - the oldest lighthouse in south coast; Monte Forte - still save nearly a hundred ancient batteries; Three ancient temples- A-Ma Temple, Lianfeng Temple and Kun Iam Tong; characteristic local buildings like Apo Well. Macau is a city with different religions, like Taoism, Christianity, Islam, Mormonism, Hinduism, etc...
Tourist Information Centers in Macau provide useful information about the city. These centers have a team of friendly and highly trained people. Besides, the staff at the centers is expert in at least two languages, including English. The centers are equipped with Touch Screens providing information on all tourist attractions in Macau. Tourists can get emergency numbers and souvenirs from here. Besides, tourists can also register their complaints at Macau Tourist Information Centers.
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