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A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu)
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1,465 reviews
#25 of 329 things to do in Macau
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7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China12,725 contributions
Landmark of Macau
Feb 2023
While gambling may be a relatively recent symbol of Macau, A-Ma Temple has long been the de facto landmark of the former Portuguese colony. This small worshiping place has not only witnessed the development of Macau from a secluded village to the Las Vegas of the Orient, but also reflected the city's maritime root. The structure is always popular and smoldered in burning incense.
Written February 10, 2023
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Anthony
London, UK6 contributions
It was too crowded
Jan 2020
The A-Ma Temple was built in 1488 to honor the goddess Mazu, the Chinese goddess of the sea who keeps the fishermen safe. It is believed that the name of the city derived from a mispronunciation of the Portuguese conquers. When they came on the island and asked about the A-Ma Temple, they heard a sound similar to Macau and named the area after it.
The Temple was built during the Ming Dynasty and is the oldest place of worship in the area. I could almost sense the history and spirituality surrounding it. This Taoist building consists of 6 parts, all designed with great architectural interest and all guarded by lions carved on the entrances. The parts of the building are the Gate Pavilion, the Memorial Arch, the Prayer Hall, the Hall of Benevolence, the Hall of Guanyin, and the Buddhist Pavilion, all of great importance to the spiritual journey you go through after entering the Temple. The Hall of Benevolence is the oldest and smallest part of the Temple, which was the first hall of worship of the Mazu goddess. Unfortunately, it was too crowded so I could only pick from the entrance. But even that was enough!
Written May 21, 2020
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Perry B
Hong Kong, China2,565 contributions
Gloriously atmospheric!
Mar 2020
The Temple was excellent last year. We had got here early in the morning and it had been an oasis of Zen calm. It was very soothing and spiritual for my frazzled nerves at the time. Time to light some incense sticks. But no jostling amid the joss sticks!
Written February 1, 2021
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Never4inluvagain
Singapore, Singapore484 contributions
Day 2 A-Ma Temple
Aug 2019 • Solo
Say goodbye to Macau friend, I walk around and found this temple. I pray for safe journey along the holidays. Next stop-Gong Bei-Guangzhou by land transport High Speed train from Gongbei station (China custom)
Written February 22, 2020
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Emmanuel N
Sydney, Australia4,129 contributions
Would not really be a tourist spot
Jan 2020
Unlike the churches in macau which can be touristy, this temple is really meant for worshippers, and so don't expect to come here for some picturesque moments, because you wont really get any.
It is a regular temple but with tons of devotees.
I am not sure if I would say it is a must-see temple... simply because it isn't.
Written February 19, 2020
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royjava6
The Hague, The Netherlands314 contributions
SACRED AREA WITH VIEW ON THE OCEAN
Nov 2019
Although this place is a bit touristy it is worth a while for a visit. The square is quite busy and you can explore the Taoist temples for a pray, a visit. The smell of incense is so unique to such places. Try to find the very special A-MA little house, such a serene place. If possible be there with sunset, the golden sunlight will sparkle into the sacred house. Not speaking proper English, there will be some priests or people to tell some myths and legends about A-MA (remember the Portuguese granted the name of A-MA GAU (Temple of A-MA) to this city, which became MACAU).
Written January 15, 2020
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MarkandRoni
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia85 contributions
Very interesting temple....big pushy crowd though!
Mar 2013 • Couples
We found this temple very interesting but were a bit put off by the pushy crowd and the huge amount of incense being burnt....it was quite overwhelming and made the experience a bit disappointing
Written April 2, 2013
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j s
manila60 contributions
an authentic piece of Macau - Beautiful
Feb 2013 • Friends
I loved this place. The serenity and the rich history of it. Beautiful prayer rooms and incense in the air, and I really liked the path to praying here, one had to go up and everywhere around the temple to offer incense sticks and devotion and I can say that I've been to a lot of temples before but I really like the distinct personality of this one. Its no where near as glitzy as the Thai Temples or as Grand as those in china, but in its small quaint space, the landscape seems so natural and the aura so nice that i really appreciated it. worth the visit. for non Buddhists, it is a good experience to offer up incense sticks and the whole process of Buddhist prayer as well as make the water dance in the singing bowl for good luck and fortune.
Written March 26, 2013
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waterfall9999
Orlando, FL190 contributions
smokey but pretty
Mar 2013 • Couples
Nice temple but smokey. I like the smell of incense but this was a bit much. Since it is built into a hillside the smoke has no place to go since the temple faces the sea. The temple climbs a rocky hill with various grottoes.
Written March 18, 2013
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HARRYLIME51
Sydney205 contributions
Simple old temple
Dec 2012 • Couples
THe temple is high up on a hill side so has great view. It is only a simple old temple with the least of religious significance. Too crowded with tourists from the tour buses.If you are not a keen buddhist, can give it a miss.
Written March 15, 2013
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