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Did you know that Hong Kong has the most skyscrapers in the world?
Macau is otherwise known as the ‘Las Vegas of the East’, but its home to more than just casinos. It’s the
most densely populated region on earth, with a population of 648,500 SQUEEZED in to just 30.5 square
kilometres. WOW! Its far more than just a casino city, with a rich history, delicious food and many
attractions, there is nowhere like it! Its connected to Hong Kong and China by the world’s longest sea
bridge.
Culture
Macau doesn’t just hold lavish casinos. The centre of Macau is a UNESCO world heritage site! You must
visit Senado square (which is a stunning symbol of East meets West heritage), and the Ruins of St Paul’s.
Also, did you know that one of the world’s most endangered languages is found here which is Patua? This is
an interesting blend of Cantonese and Portuguese - due to the fact that it used to be a Portuguese colony.
As of the year 2000, there were only 50 speakers left worldwide!
Did you know that Macau was Europe’s first and last colony in China?
Economy
Macau surprisingly has its own currency called Patacas and it is the second richest territory in the world with
zero public debt. This remarkable region is the most successful gaming capital with its casinos raking in 80%
of its economy. Due to this amazing economic profit, the government gives every local resident 9,000
patacas a year. It depends on mainland China for most of its food, fresh water and goods.
Entertainment
Macau has developed many amusements over the past years including the DreamWorks experience, The
House of Dancing Water and many other fun areas. People from all around the world go to Macau to
gamble. Casinos in Macau roll in 3 times more money than Vegas does, and they own the largest casino in
the world. Also, did you know that Macau holds the highest bungee jump ever? Jumpers leap from a
platform 233m above ground level and experience the ultimate bungee jump!
Did you know that ‘rink hockey’ is one of the most popular sports in Macau?
What do you think?
What do you believe life in the GBA would be like in the future? China’s ambitious creativity to form a bay
area to rival those in San Francisco, New York and Tokyo, is devised to advance the economy. It would
develop the latest technology to deliver around the planet and some say it would attempt to challenge
Silicon Valley (home to the enterprises Google, eBay, Apple and Facebook). The GBA would utilise high
tech transport, transferring many people from city to city around the Bay Area.
It is rich in resources, culture and also beautiful to look at.
Hong Kong, Macau and southern China already attract many tourists for their stunning scenery, so the GBA
is already wealthy because of tourism. Business companies may be interested to develop and locate their
workers to this area, as it is close to the sea so it’s easy to ship goods.