Macau, or Macao (馬交, Pinyin ma3 jiao1; known locally as 澳門, Pinyin ao4 men2) is a small city-island on the southern coast of China. It is 70 km southwest of Hong Kong and 145 km from Guangzhou. It was the oldest European colony in China, dating back to the 16th century. The Portuguese government transfered sovereignty over Macau to PRC in 1999. It is now run as a special administrative region of PRC. Macanese speak Cantonese natively.
Besides historical colonial relics, the biggest attractions in Macau are the casinos. Though many forms of gambling are legal there, the most popular game is Pai Gow, a game played with Chinese dominoes. Gamblers from Hong Kong often take a one-day excusion to the city. Ferry service between Hong Kong and Macau is available 24 hours a day, every day.
History
Main article: History of Macau
Politics
Main article: Politics of Macau
Subdivisions
Macau comprises two administrative subdivisions: Macau and the islands (Taipa[?] and Coloane[?]).
Geography
Main article: Geography of Macau
Economy
Main article: Economy of Macau
Demographics
Main article: Demographics of Macau
Culture
Main article: Culture of Macau[?]
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Miscellaneous topics
Macau[?], is also the name of a commune in the Gironde département, in France.
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