Macau Mosque

Introduction to Macau Mosque (澳门清真寺)

Macau Mosque is situated at a very pleasant and historical place of Macau facing the reservoir, Macau ferry pier and helipad. It is believed that the mosque is perfect for Macau sightseeing, the mosque was built by Muslims that came with the Portuguese army. Originally these Muslims were recruited from sub-continent (Goa, Bombay, Karachi and northern part of present Pakistan) by the Portuguese army.  Present building was built in early 1980s.

Adjacent Cemetery is another historical place. There are few Parsi graves and Muslims of various origin are buried there. These graves are the proof of Macau‘s being a diverse and multicultural society for many centuries. Some graves are over hundred years old. Graveyard at the Macau Mosque is the proof of the Islamic link to Macau history.

Location

Ramal Dos Moros,Macau Special Administrative Region, China

Main Sights

Macau Mosque and Macau Muslim Cemetery

Travel Information

Admission for Macau Mosque: Free

Telephone: 853-28337273

Transportation 

1. You can take bus No. 2, 2A, 9, 9A, 16, 32 from the center of Macau, and then get off at the Macau Mosque.

2. The most convenient way to there is taking a taxi.

Travel Tips

1. Recommended duration for a visit: 2 to 3 hours.

2. It is not recommended to visit there during “May 1st” and “October 1st” these two golden vacation weeks. Because at that time, the hotel reservation and transportation will be in its climax, the price will be much higher than ordinary times.