When China met the West
A landmark collaboration between museums across the Greater Bay Area has resulted in Macao’s largest ever exhibition of export paintings – a genre offering glimpses of southern China during the 18th and 19th centuries, tailored for the foreign market.
Germano Guilherme is making the stage his own
Doors are opening for the proudly Macanese performer, who recently won season two of the Midlife, Sing & Shine! competition. Germano Guilherme tells the magazine about how he reached this point in his career, his upcoming projects, and the honour he feels when promoting Macao’s unique culture on stage.
Macao’s living legacy
The Ruins of St Paul’s neighbourhood is home to a variety of the city’s intangible heritage elements, including traditional herbal tea brewing, incense stick manufacturing and the creation of traditional wedding dresses.
Discovering the city’s global classroom
The city’s four international schools each have different strengths. From innovative methods promoting happiness to cutting-edge digital literacy programmes, there’s a perfect fit for every child.
Pickleball’s found its place in Macao
The fast-paced, curiously named sport has been sweeping the globe in recent years. Now Macao is jumping on board, with its first official pickleball venue opening just last month.
Where to find off-the-beaten-track Macao? Try Mong Ha
Underrated yet brimming with charms, this northern neighbourhood sees few tourists. And that makes it one of the best places for intrepid visitors to get a taste of the ‘real’ Macao.
A new cultural icon in the Greater Bay Area
The new Zhuhai Jinwan Civic Art Centre exemplifies the GBA’s commitment to innovative, sustainable architecture, partnering again with Zaha Hadid Architects to build on the region’s growing reputation for bold, forward-thinking design.
‘A pearl in the palm’
Xia Baolong, the nation’s top official for Macao affairs, heaped praise on the Special Administrative Region during his weeklong visit in May. He also laid out a roadmap for its continued success.
Strengthening Sino-Lusophone ties at Forum Macao
When representatives from the 10-member forum met in person earlier this year for the first time in eight years they pledged to cooperate on a raft of new measures – spanning trade, aid, the environment and more.
Women’s volleyball tournament makes a comeback
The Volleyball Women's Nations League returned to Macao in 2024, featuring top teams like Italy, Japan, Brazil, China, and the Netherlands, with Brazil and Italy emerging as standout performers.