Macao - Finding Cultural Treasures In The Shadows Of Cotai's Casinos
Business Traveler|July - August 2019

A stone’s throw from the Cotai district, a wealth of cultural attractions hide in the casino’s shadows

Michael Allen
Macao - Finding Cultural Treasures In The Shadows Of Cotai's Casinos

1 Pak Tai Temple

Pak Tai Temple was built in 1844 and has a rich history stretching back 160 years, according to the inscription on a stele in the temple. A pavilion is set up for followers to make tribute and offerings, acts which are rarely seen elsewhere on the island. In the old days, most of the population earned a living by fishing and thus they followed the precepts of Pak Tai (Northern Emperor), who is believed to have had the divine power to withstand floods and fire. In celebration of the Feast of Pak Tai on the third day of the third month in the lunar calendar each year, performances of Chinese opera are usually held in front of the temple. I found the smell of incense to be a little overpowering, but it’s a truly Chinese Taoist style authentic temple. Open daily 8AM-5PM.

2 Taipa Village Art Space

This story is from the July - August 2019 edition of Business Traveler.

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