Macau (Macau) is a world unto itself. In this unique city
located between East and West, millennia of Chinese
tradition meet old-world Portuguese charm. UNESCO World
Heritage sites sit beside world-class hotels and
resorts, and the region's rich culture is celebrated
with the same enthusiastic spirit as its many tourist
and entertainment facilities. Every year, visitors from
around the world pour into the city to experience all it
has to offer, from luxury shopping and exquisite fine
dining to prestigious events.
Macau – composed of Macau Peninsula, Taipa and Coloane –
is located in southern China, in Guangdong Province on
the west side of the Pearl River Delta. Immediately to
the north lies the city of Zhuhai, called by some the
'Chinese Riviera', while about 37 miles (60 km) east is
Hong Kong, which like Macau has incorporated its Chinese
and European legacies into a distinctive character all
its own.
Macau is quite small covering an area of just 27.5
square kilometers. The total population is 469,800 of
which 95% are Chinese, the remainder being Portuguese
and other westerners.
Weather | 天气
As a subtropical city, Macau has a moderate climate,
with temperatures ranging on average between 20 ºC (68
ºF) and 26 ºC (79 ºF) and an average annual rainfall of
about 2,058 mm. The city welcomes visitors year-round,
with prime visiting season is in the fall, from October
to December, when the days are warm and the humidity is
low.
Transportation | 交通
Travel to Macau is easily arranged, with options to suit
most itineraries. Those who prefer to travel by air can
take a direct or connecting flight to Macau
International Airport, while those looking to indulge
may want to check out the helicopter service that runs
from Hong Kong and Shenzhen. Ferries are also an
affordable option, run regularly between Macau, Hong
Kong and Shenzhen, and offer stunning views of the coast
and the city skylines. Visitors traveling from or via
the Mainland can cross into Macau by land at the Lotus
Bridge in Cotai or at the Border Gate on Macau
Peninsula.
Language | 语言
Though Cantonese is the most widely spoken language in
town, English is also common, especially in tourism and
commerce. The official languages of Macau, used in
government departments, official communications and
documentation, are Chinese and Portuguese.
Currency | 货币
Macau's official currency is the pataca (MOP), which is
divided into 100 avos (cents) and linked to the Hong
Kong dollar (HKD) by government decree at an exchange
rate of MOP103.20 to HKD100.00, with an acceptable
variation of up to 10%. Coins are issued in 10, 20 and
50 avos and 1, 2, 5 pataca denominations, and bills in
10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000 Pataca denominations.
Visitors who need to exchange foreign currencies or
traveler's checks can do so at banks, hotels, or
authorized exchange dealers, which can be found
throughout the city. At this time, one US dollar (USD)
is worth roughly MOP8.
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