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Coloane vs A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu)
Both Coloane and A-Ma Temple are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, A-Ma Temple is preferred by most professionals compared to Coloane. A-Ma Temple comes in at 95 with accolades from 6 publications such as Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Coloane
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
South of Dangzhi Island, Macau
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A haven for pirates until the start of the 20th century."
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Fodor's
"Home to traditional Mediterranean-style houses painted in pastels, as well as the baroque-style Chapel of St. Francis Xavier and the Taoist Tam Kung Temple."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Coloane Village retains an idyllic air, especially in the late afternoon when the tour groups have left. "
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A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu)
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
West Mountainside of Mage, Macau
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Frommer's
"Macau's oldest Chinese temple -- and the longest surviving building in Macau -- is situated at the bottom of Barra Hill at the entrance to the Inner Harbour, across from the Maritime Museum."
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At the very least, your visit may coincide with an explosion of fireworks, traditionally set off to scare away evil spirits and now a popular demonstration for visiting tour groups (avoid mornings, however, when most tour buses come here).
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"It's the best part of a touristy 'cultural village', which also features Tian Hou Temple."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"This temple is the site of much emotional fervour, especially in April during the joyous festival of the birth of A-Ma."
Afar Magazine
"The A-Ma Temple is a famous Macau landmark, and though it can be crowded at times, it's worth a visit - the temple grounds are beautiful, and the atmosphere is rich."
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