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A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu) vs Monte Forte (Fortaleza do Monte)
Both are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, A-Ma Temple is the choice of most reviewers compared to Monte Forte. A-Ma Temple is ranked #1 in Macau with endorsements from 6 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
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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Monte Forte (Fortaleza do Monte)
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Off Estrada do Repouso, Macau
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Fodor's
"On the hill overlooking the ruins of São Paulo and affording great peninsular views, this renovated fort was built by the Jesuits in the early 17th century."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The Macau Museum boasts three floors of exhibits dedicated to three different themes: the history of Macau from prehistory to its golden age, the 17C; the popular arts; and contemporary history. "
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Just east of the ruins, Monte Fort was built by the Jesuits between 1617 and 1626 as part of the College of the Mother of God."
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