For enthusiasts of history and culture, taking a trip to visit the A-Ma Temple in Macau is a must do in their itinerary. Soaking in the historical value and the stories the temple holds is an immeasurable privilege.
History of A-Ma Temple
For the most part this stunning temple is considered as the oldest and certainly most famous temple in Macau. It was established in 1488 and was a Taoist establishment was present prior to Portuguese arrival in Macau. If you wanted to visit today, you could very easily stay at any of the Macau serviced apartments such as the Ascott Macau.
The tale of Macau
It is believed that given the existence of this temple prior to the Dutch, when they finally did arrive, it was in close proximity of the temple. They inquired about the name of the land and the locals misunderstood their questions and called it ‘Ma Ge’ which over time became ‘Macau’.
The Structure of A-Ma Temple
This temple consists of 6 halls that contain stunning architectural pieces. The temple is also built to celebrate and pay homage to the goddess Mazu.
Celebrating the Temple
Many locals believe the temple is designed to bless the fishermen and it has had a large role in moulding local culture.
