THE HISTORIC CENTRE OF MACAU
Over history Macau has been an important gate way through
which western civilization entered China, for hundreds of years this piece of
land has nurtured a symbiosis of cultural exchange, shaping the unique identity
of Macau.
‘The Historic Centr of Macau” is a living testimony to the
assimilation and continued co-existence of eastern and western cultures over a
unique chapter in history. It stands witness to successful East West cultural
pluralism, reflecting China’s persistent openness to the influx of western
cultural concepts throughout that historic time frame; it is the fruit of mutual
respect and tolerance between difference cultures and civilizations.
Its value
lies not only in the completeness of the architectural and urban
infrastructure, but also in the fact that these have retained their original
function and spirit to the present day. As an integral part of the city’s life,
the conservation of “The Historic Centre of Macau” is crucial to the local
community, while on a broader context, it represents a part of Chinese and
world history , which , due to its historic and cultural significance must be
preserved.
“The Historic Centre of Macau” , was inscribed on the World Heritage List,
making it the 31st designated World Heritage Site in China on 15
July 2005. This international recognition will further raise community
awareness and foster an appreciation of heritage values, thus providing a
positive influence on future urban redevelopment programmes that will evolve in
line with heritage conservation.
“The historic Centre of Macau “ is a living representation
of the city ‘s historic settlement , encompassing architectural legacies
interwoven in the midst of the original urban fabric that includes streetscapes
and piazzas, such as Barra Square , Lilau square , St Augustine’s Square
,Senado Square, Cathedral Square, St Dominic’s Square, Compant of Jesus Square
and Camoes Square. These major urban squares
and streetscapes provide the linkage for s succession of over 20
monument including A MA Temple, Moorish Barracks , Mandarin’s House,
StLawrence’s Church , St Joseph’s Seminary and Church , “ Leal Senado”
Building, Sam Kai Vui Kun ( Kuan Tai Temple), Holy House of Mercy , Catheral
Lou Kau Mansion, St Dominic’s Church, Ruins of St Paul ‘s , Na Tcha Temple,
Section of the Old City Walls, Mount Fortress ( including GuiaCapel and
Lighthouse) altogether known as “ The Historic Centre Of Macau”.
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