Coloane, Southern island district in Macau, China
Coloane is a southern island district in Macau featuring two public beaches, several hiking trails, and small villages scattered along its hilly coastline. The area covers around eight square kilometers with terrain rising to about 124 meters at its highest points.
From the Song Dynasty until 1864, the area was used for sea salt production before Portuguese authorities took control to combat regional piracy. This shift marked a major change in how the place was developed and governed.
The Chapel of St. Francis Xavier and Tin Hau Temple stand side by side, showing how Portuguese and Chinese building styles blend together in this place. The Eduardo Marques Square features wave-pattern cobblestones that reflect both traditions in the way people move through the space.
Buses connect this district to central Macau through the Cotai area and serve the main attractions and beaches. When you plan to hike the trails, wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water, especially on warm days.
Hac Sa Beach holds Macau's only natural black sand, stretching for several kilometers along the eastern coast in a long strip. This dark sand comes from volcanic minerals and makes the beach look quite different from other shores in the region.
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