For more than 450 years, Macao has attracted exceptional painters from all over the world – and cultivated many local talents, too. We’ve perused museums and easels to shortlist six of the most famous artists.
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Most people are familiar with tangible heritage – a city’s physical history, such as its archaeological sites, historical monuments, ancient buildings and old artefacts. But equally important is a city’s intangible cultural heritage – its local beliefs, customs, events, festivals, foods, rituals, arts and crafts, which have been passed down over many generations, sometimes over […]
As the Covid-19 pandemic rocks the art world, multidisciplinary artist Peggy Chan reflects on her childhood in Macao, our coexistence with nature, and the importance of public art projects.
The Macao Museum of Art is showcasing beautiful clothes and accessories, once worn by China’s emperors and empresses till 14 March 2021.
Long before ‘wellness’ would become a global buzzword, Cristina Lobo pioneered the industry in Macao. As the founder and managing director of Nirvana Day Spa, one of the city’s first independent spas, Cristina is keeping pace with the next generation of spa-goers.
Over the past decade, the Macau Glee Club has grown from a living room production to a theatrical force. Despite the pandemic, 2020 was the club’s biggest year yet – and organisers are looking forward to even more drama in the future.
Interior design, art, fashion, makeup… Hong Kong-based feng shui consultant Thierry Chow says the ancient practice is about much more than simply enhancing the energy in your personal space.
Macao has long provided the perfect backdrop for filmmakers from across the globe. From big blockbusters to charming indie flicks, we shortlist a few of our favourite movies filmed in Macao.
We all know about Macao’s ‘tangible’ heritage – physical landmarks like the Ruins of St Paul’s or the A-Ma Temple. But what about its ‘intangible’ heritage? Every year, the city is doing more to protect and promote its old stories, traditions and customs.