The top events this December celebrating macau’s 10th anniversary

Now-11 JAN 2010

Where: Macau Tower

Tower and Beyond Photo Contest

Get your hands on a Sony Digital SLR camera, an EIZO FlexScan LCD monitor, or coupons for the Macau Tower Convention and Entertainment Centre food and drink outlets as Macau Tower launches the Tower and Beyond Photo Contest. Enter your pics into one of two themes; Love China, Love Macau (open to residents only) and Macau Tower: Inside Out (open to all). If you’re at Macau Tower, check out the Tale of Time photography exhibition co-hosted by Macau Tower, Macao Daily News and the Photographic Society of Macau – showcasing over 500 images of the city over the past decade. Or turn to page 56 to see our selection. www.macautower.com.mo

5-27 Dec 2009

Where: A-ma Temple & the Ruins of St Paul’s

Chinese lion Dances and Portuguese Folk Dances

Get a feel for the local culture with performaces of chinese lion dances and Portuguese folk dance performances – a spectacle to remember. www.macautourism.gov.mo

20 Dec 2009

Where: Golden Lotus Square, Sai Van Lake Plaza, sea area in front of Macau Tower

Celebrations for 10th anniversary of the establishment of the Macau Sar

A flag-raising ceremony, a music concert and a fireworks show are all on the cards for Macau’s 10th anniversary. Be there. www.. macautourism.gov.mo

Now- Jan 2010

Where: Macau Tower

Showdown from a fraternity of architectural masters in Chinese buildings – Nezha Series

Miniatures of the 10 most outstanding works of architecture in China, hand-picked by renowned Macanese architect Carlos Marreiros, are being displayed at Macau Tower for this event. Take a tour around the 10 exhibits guided and narrated by Nezha, a courageous deity in Buddhist mythology. And don’t forget to vote for ‘Best of the Best Architectural Masterpieces’ to win MOP1,000 worth of dining coupons and gifts. www.macautower.com.mo

December 2009

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-macao bridge

The construction of the 38km Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge starts in December and will connect three vibrant cities. Be patient though, it won’t be complete until 2015.

7-11 Dec 2009

Where: MTR Hong Kong Station

Celebrating macau exhibition

Five macau-themed exhibitions are to be held at major shopping malls in Hong Kong to celebrate the SaR’s 10th anniversary. Expect displays detailing the history of macau, as well as macau-based film screenings and fun themed photography exhibitions. www.macautourism.gov.mo

23 Dec 2009

Where: St Dominic’s Church

The macao orchestra Christmas Concert

Macao Orchestra joins local choir groups Coro Perosi and Dolce Voce to perform a number of Christmas songs and hymns. Free admission.