A-Ma Temple

Visit the Ma Pavilion in Macau: A spiritual pilgrimage in Macau, a modern and traditional city, the Ma Pavilion Temple attracts countless tourists from all over the world with its deep cultural heritage and tranquil environment. This historic temple is not only one of the symbols of Macau, but also an important window to explore Macau's culture and beliefs. Ma Pavilion is located in the southeast of the Macau Peninsula, adjacent to the busy outer port, but it can maintain a detached tranquility. When I walked into the temple, the first thing I saw was its quaint architectural style and the darts' corner roof, which made people sigh the craftsman's skill. The temple mainly worships Mazu, the patron saint of seafarers and fishermen, and her faith is long-standing and admired by the seaside residents. The temple building itself is a work of art, from fine wooden windows to intricate stone carving railings, and every detail shows the exquisiteness of the architecture in southern China. Especially the colorful ceramic sculptures, telling the legend of Mazu, make the whole temple full of vivid and lively atmosphere. Inside the temple, I visited several shrines dedicated to Mazu and other shrines. Every shrine has a strong incense before it, and the believers prayed devoutly in the hope of receiving Mazu's refuge. Not only locals, but tourists from all over the world, who may not fully understand the full details of Mazu's faith, but can feel the sacredness and tranquility of the site. In addition to the Ma Pavilion itself, the surrounding area is also full of cultural atmosphere. There are many small shops near the temple, selling traditional handicrafts and various souvenirs. Visiting Ma Pavilion Temple is not only a visual and cultural enjoyment, but also a spiritual baptism. Here I not only witnessed the power of traditional Macau beliefs, but also felt a connection across time and space. Whether it is tourists interested in historical buildings or friends seeking peace of mind, Ma Pavilion Temple is a place worth visiting. When I left, I was filled with peace and gratitude with a deeper respect for Mazu and a deeper understanding of Macau culture. This trip made me more impressed by the charming place in Macau. I believe that everyone who stepped into the Mage Temple will be touched by the unique cultural atmosphere here, leaving unforgettable memories.

This city is fascinating! Today...(A-MA Goddess Statue and Temple).A-Ma is the goddess of seafarers. This statue, sculptured by Lung Man Nin and erected in 1998, is the tallest A-Ma statue in the world! Legend tells that A-Ma protected fishermen and merchants who sailed to Macau. In gratitude for her protection from the perils of the sea, a temple was erected and she was worshiped long before the Portuguese arrived, back in the 16th century. When the Portugueses settled here, they called the land "Macau", meaning "the port of A-Ma".ONE OF THE TOURIST SPOT HERE IN MACAU 🥰🥰#macautrip#myTripvlog#awesomepictures#Macau

Ma Pavilion Temple is one of the more famous monuments in Macau, has been in existence for more than 500 years, is the oldest of the three major Buddhist temples in Macau. Ma Pavilion Temple, formerly known as Mazu Pavilion, is located in the southwest of the Macau Peninsula and is one of the three Buddhist temples in Macau, China. Commonly known as Tianhou Temple, built in 1488, is in the Ming Dynasty. Construction along the coast, back to the mountains and the sea, Shishi Town Gate, moths and sky, ancient trees towering, beautiful scenery. The whole temple includes four main buildings such as the Great Hall, Huanren Hall, Guanyin Pavilion, etc. It is an ancient building with Chinese cultural characteristics.

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A-Ma Temple is a quite beautiful and authentic temple to the local sea goddess Ma Zu. This temple was built over five hundred years ago and nowadays this is the oldest temple of Macau.

Macao Ma Pavilion Temple is one of the most famous monuments in Macau. It was built in the first year of Ming Dynasty (1488) and has a history of more than 500 years. The Ma Pavilion Temple was originally called Mazu Pavilion and commonly known as Tianhou Temple. The main buildings are the Great Hall, Huanren Hall, Guanyin Pavilion and other halls. The main worshipping Taoist female fairy mazu in the Mage Temple