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A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu), Macau

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#3 of 81 in Historic Sites in Macau
Religious Site · Tourist Spot
Standing for more than 500 years, A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu) ranks among the oldest and most significant Taoist temples in Macau. The well-preserved structure, with its tasteful decorations and crowds of devoted worshippers, was built in 1488 to honor Matsu, the goddess of fishermen and seafarers. Composed of six main parts, including a gate pavilion, a memorial arch, and multiple halls, the complex has featured in ancient Chinese texts as well as paintings depicting Macau. The temple smells very strongly of incense, a pleasant aroma for most visitors, but one that can become overpowering for some. See A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu) and all Macau has to offer by arranging your trip with our Macau trip itinerary planning website.
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  • By anthonyS8454CP
    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...  more »
  • By Never4inluvagain
    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...  more »
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  • By Mike ORiordan
    Interesting small temple of great historical significance.
  • By Raman Thapar
    A Buddhist Temple in Macau dedicated to Sea Goddess Mazu. Probably Macau got its name from this temple . A Miniature Sheet with one stamp was issued on 29 April 1997 on this temple.
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