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

#macau #china #temples #thingstodo #discoverchina ⛩️ 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