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Macau | the ruins of St Paul’s

The Ruins of St. Paul’s, in Macau – that’s what’s left of a massive 17th-century church & college after a Great Fire in 1835. Looking closer at the carvings; they’re a wild mix of European & Asian art, reflecting its history as a hub for science & theology in the East.

Stepping away from the ruins & into the heart of the old district you’re greeted by cobblestone streets, Mediterranean-style plazas & an odd blend of Portuguese & Chinese culture at every turn. It feels like walking through a living museum!

The ruins of St Paul’s
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