Just like Hong Kong, Macau is one of the special administrative regions of People’s Republic of China. The city is considered to be one of the most affluent cities in the world, owing to its flourishing tourist industry. In effect, it houses a number of hotels, resorts, stadiums, restaurants and casinos. Apart from this, it has other notable industries such as textiles, electronics and toys. Macau was initially inhabited by the Portuguese in 16th century. It operates on two political systems. The defense and foreign affairs of the region are looked after by the Central People’s Government, while it maintain its own legal system, police force, monetary system, customs policy, immigration policy and delegates to international organizations and events. For more interesting and fun facts about Macau, read on.
Interesting & Fun Facts about Macau
- The official name of Macau is Macau Special Administrative Region.
- The official languages of Macau are Portuguese and Chinese.
- The currency of Macau is Macanese Pataca.
- After Las Vegas, Macau is one of the biggest gambling areas in the world.
- Macau is the Special Administrative Region of China.
- The name ‘Macau’ is derived from the name of the goddess of sea, Ama and Gao, the Portuguese for ‘port’.
- Gambling is legalized in Macau.
- Macau was the first and last European colony in China.
- It is one of the richest cities in the world.
- Macau is one of the most densely populated regions in the world.
- Macau ranks amongst the top 10 regions in the world, with high life expectancy at birth.
- The infant mortality rate of Macau ranks amongst the lowest in the world.
- The Historic Centre of Macau, including twenty-five historic monuments and public squares, is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
