Macau

Macau is located on the west bank of the mouth of the Pearl River, and separated from Hong Kong by the South Sea at a distance of about 60 km (37.3 miles). It was originally within the prefecture of Xiangshan County (the present Zhuhai City), Guangdong Province, and then had been occupied by the Portugal colonizers since the mid 16th century. On December 20th, 1999, it was returned to China as a special administrative region. Now it has become a famous free port for the businessmen of the world, as well as a frequent tourist destination for its charming scenery and distinctive cultures.

Macau is composed of Macau Peninsula, Taipa Island and Coloane Island, with a total area of only over 20 sq km. (4,942 acres). Macau Peninsula is the main part and the political, economic and cultural center of Macau. The Historical Center of Macao, which covers the old district with more than 20 Chinese and foreign architectures, has been listed as a world heritage. Here you can find the Chinese A-Ma Temple, Ruins of St. Paul, various Catholic and Christian churches and other historical buildings. Taipa Island is a land that has been developed later. The Macau International Airport, East Asia University and a large horseracing course are all set up there. Coloane Island is the perfect choice for the more primitive, natural and mysterious explorations. 

Ba Da Guan Scenic Area (The Eight Passes Area)

With its colonial, predominantly German, history Qingdao contains the architecture of many different European styles. Outside of the old German Concession, north of the railway station, most of this history is displayed in Badaguan, also known as the Huiquan area. Badaguan, literally the Eight Passes, is so named because eight of the roads here are named after China's most famous passes.

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