Macau is a Special Administrative Region of China and lies on the western banks of the Pearl River Delta. This was the very first and the last European colony in the Far East. Macau became a Portuguese colony in the 19th century and has been so till it was handed back to China in 1999. However, the laws stipulate that Macau will remain operating with a high degree of autonomy for another fifty years from the date of transfer. Even today you will feel as if you have been transported to a European city when visiting the locality. But of course the visitor will also sense a subtle oriental touch as well.

Ching Ming Festival is a national holiday celebrated in Macau. This is the 15th day from the spring equinox and usually falls in early April. Ching Ming is also known as Clear Bright Festival or the Tomb Sweeping Day. People in the city would visit the graves of their dead relatives to clean them and offer flowers and incense sticks to the dead. This is a day when families go on picnics and remember and honour their relatives who had passed away. As this festival falls in spring time it is also a day to welcome the spring season. Many people fly colourful kites shaped as various animals on this day. The day usually ends with a fine family banquet which includes mouth watering roast pig and delightful fresh fruits.

Macau is a unique destination where you will find both Portuguese and Macanese cuisine. Portuguese dishes can be a refreshing change from the Chinese fare available throughout the region. Macanese cuisine is a mix of Chinese and Portuguese culinary arts and is definitely a must have when in the city. You can try almond cookies, beef jerky and pork chop buns to delight your taste buds.

A Macau hotel will pamper you with oriental luxury and hospitality. If you are looking for luxury hotels Macau has several world class options to choose from. Galaxy Macau Resort Hotel is one such option where you will be presented with an elegant ambiance and classic Asian luxury and comforts.