Section of the Old City Walls of Macau

The remaining sections of the city walls display traditional construction methods combining clay, sand, rice straw, rocks, and oyster shells in their structure.

Construction of the defensive walls began in 1569 to protect the Portuguese settlement from attacks, with major reinforcements added after the Dutch invasion attempt of 1622.

The walls represent the integration of Portuguese military engineering with Chinese building techniques, forming a crucial element of Macau's architectural heritage.

Visitors can walk along the preserved sections near Na Tcha Temple, with information panels explaining the construction methods and historical significance.

The walls incorporate materials such as oyster shells and rice straw, demonstrating local adaptation of European fortification techniques in South China.

Location: Macau

GPS coordinates: 22.19773,113.54061

Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:16