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A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu) vs Largo do Senado (Senado Square)
Both A-Ma Temple and Largo do Senado are highly recommended by writers. On balance, A-Ma Temple scores slightly higher than Largo do Senado. A-Ma Temple comes in at #1 in Macau with endorsements from 6 sources such as Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Afar Magazine.
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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Largo do Senado (Senado Square)
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Central District of Macau Peninsula, Macau
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Fodor's
"Open only to pedestrians and paved in shiny black-and-white tiles, this has been the charming hub of Macau for centuries."
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Visit on a weekday to avoid the crowds, and try to come back at night, when locals of all ages gather to chat and the square is beautifully lit.
Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Situated in the heart of Macau, Senado Square has an attractive atmosphere, with its outdoor terraces, delightful fountain and pastel-coloured colonial architecture."
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