Located at the mouth of the Pearl River, Macau is known for its blend eastern and western cultures. As the last colony of the Portuguese Empire, the city brims with a number of attractions that speak of its Portuguese influences. Some of the attractions that might pique the interests of travellers are colonial mansions, cobblestone lanes, cathedrals, baroque basilicas, churches, grand civic squares and chapels, all of which provide a unique Mediterranean feel to the Oriental City. On the other hand, its major cities depict a more cosmopolitan touch, described as the Las Vegas of the East with its glitzy hotels, exuberant entertainment and commercial buildings.
However, there is no denying the Chinese influence prevalent in the city. From incense filled joss-houses to Buddhist statues, the lifestyle of Macau still represents a Chinese city where travellers can hear the faint sounds of caged song birds and the clicking of chopsticks.
Aside from the scenic spots and places of interests, Macau is best known for its lively, vibrant festivals. Travellers to the city have a number of opportunities to partake in such festivities as every month there are events that takes place in its major districts, be it religious and cultural occasions to entertainment and social celebrations. One of the major festivals is the Macau International Firework Display Contest, which is acclaimed for bringing much-needed media attention and international visitors to the city.
Praised for its stellar line-up of programs, the event is managed by the Macau Government Tourist Office and is of significant importance to the city due to its immense international appeal. With the intention of boosting the tourism industry, a number of enterprises and organizations join together every year in an effort to make the event a success. This enhances and encourages all companies to participate in developing the tourism industry of the city for future prosperity and success.
The Macau International Firework Display Contest has been a part of the city’s history for almost 18 years. This comes as no surprise as the city has a deep connection with the development of fireworks, where locals appreciate the creativity that goes into the art of making them. The contest has garnered a wide reception among international countries over the years, mainly due its high standards and quality.
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