Macao - located on the western bank of the Pearl River Delta in southern Guangdong Province, People's Republic of China - adjoins the Mainland city of Zhuhai and lies some 60 kilometres to the west of Hong Kong. Macao comprises Macao Peninsula, Taipa and Coloane. Macao Peninsula is the hub of the territory and is connected to Taipa by three bridges. Several large international hotel resorts - with new supporting infrastructure - are located on the reclaimed land between Taipa and Coloane in the newly developed district known as Cotai.
Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China on 20th December 1999 and exercises a high degree of autonomy under the principle of "One country, two systems". The SAR is growing in size with more buildings on reclaimed land, and in the number and diversity of its attractions. In 2005, The Historic Centre of Macao was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a result of its unique historical and cultural landscape. Macao is currently positioning itself as the World Centre of Tourism and Leisure as it develops into a quality international tourist destination.
Public transport and even taxis are quite cheap in Macau, however you will get the best experience by walking as much as you can. The Macao tourism industry is flourishing, with the territory offering a diverse range of activities for diverse kinds of visitor. Experience your journey in Macao with the family - from indoors to the great outdoors - visiting the highly educational Macao Science Centre and the lovely pandas in Giant Panda Pavilion; or go to the beaches and parks to relax or engage in a host of recreational activities. And if one-stop fun is on the agenda, then there's plenty to see and do in Macao's integrated resort hotels, which feature kids' playgrounds to mini golf to swimming.
