Senado Square Photo: Senado Square

Senado square (Senate) is located in the heart of Macau. Since the days of presence in the territory of Macau, a Portuguese colony, the area is considered a major center of social life of the population of this city, and a venue for various events.

The area has a square shape, along its perimeter there are numerous fountains, pedestrian area, benches and pathways with bushes. Around the square is the historical part of the city with many municipal buildings and landmarks.

On one side of the Senado square is the Bureau for municipal and civil cases, which was called earlier by the Senate. Opposite this building is the Holy House of Mercy, built in the 16th century. This is one of the oldest and still functioning institutions of China.

In the far corner of Senado square is the Church of San Domenico, built in the Baroque style. The Church is famous for its historical Museum, located in the old tower and the altar. On the third floor of this building is a Museum of sculptures, paintings and liturgical objects.

Pavement Senado square is paved with stones in the form of a wavy pattern. In 1990 the square was reconstructed and the pavement re-laid white and black plates. One of the features of the square – a very European look. Only by the abundance of Chinese people can understand that this skyline belongs to the Chinese city.

Around the square there are many restaurants with national cuisine and shopping centers. During holidays such as Chinese New Year or the Spring Festival, Senado square run numerous fireworks and organizes national dances with a dragon and a lion.

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