Trip to Hong Kong – Day 5 Part 2
Walking around and taking the public transit is one of the best ways to experience the local culture in a foreign city. After my visit to the Macau Fisherman’s Wharf, I hopped on a bus and headed towards Rua dos Mercadores.
Since I had only one short day to spare in Macau, I had to list down places of interest, so that I don’t miss out things I wanted to see or food I wanted to taste ;)
Macau is known as the first and last European colony in China. Macanese P (MOP$) is the currency used in Macau. Hong Kong dollars (HKD) is widely acceptable too. The exchange rate was at 1:1 during my visit.
The unique European-style architectures.
The famous Pork Chop Bun everyone should try! Silk Stockings Milk Tea is so-called because it’s as smooth as silk stockings.
Busy street crowded with tourists.
Macau is popular for its food souvenirs.
At a public park.
The Ruins of St. Paul’s. The most famous landmark of Macau. The church was built in 1580 and was burned down in 1835 (leaving only the facade the staircase and portions of a wall).
A nice combination of colour for the building.
Another popular store for food souvenirs.
This restaurant is famous for its Macau-style desserts: Double-boiled Milk with egg White, Steamed Egg with Rock Sugar, and Steamed Milk with Ginger Juice.
Steamed Milk with Ginger Juice, to go with my yummy Polo Bun :)
Due to the time contraint, I had to head back to the ferry terminal to catch the ferry returning to Hong Kong Island. I really enjoyed my short trip in Macau.
Busy traffic in front of the ferry terminal.
The comfy seats in the ferry.
At last, I was back to the Hong Kong Island before the night kicked in.
Underground walkway is popular in Hong Kong. It’s a great way to avoid the heavy traffic.
My last night in Hong Kong, I spend it with my friend. We had supper together at a busy restaurant.
A generous serving of noodle soup with octopus.
April 25th, 2009 at 10:40 pm
I thought you were having a short 2 days stop over trip, apparently not, you were having too much fun I can see that :o) and all those food!
April 27th, 2009 at 11:38 am
Ai Shiang,
Even with my four and a half days in Hong Kong/Macau, I find it short! I’m glad that I didn’t make it any shorter than that. Are you planning on visiting HK someday?