Mount Fortress
Macau Attractions
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Introduction to Macau Mount Fortress (澳门炮台山)
Building of the Mount Fortress began in 1617 and was finally complete in 1626, the fortress was one of the principle military facilities of the city. Mount Fortress is 52 meters above sea level and has a total of 32 cannons. The fortress is made up of three levels where there are cannons on each floor. There were also four rows of houses located nearby which were the military barracks. The fortress was always prepared with supplies and ammunition, it is said that the supplies within the fortress could last up to two years should the fortress have come under siege. Mount fortress was also the residence of the first Portuguese Governor, Francisco Mascarenhas. |
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Location Off Estrada do Repouso, Macau, China |
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Main Sights Mount Fortress |
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Travel Information Admission for Mount Fortress: Free Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00PM |
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Transportation 1. You can take bus No. 3, 3X, 4, 6A, 8A, 18A, 19, 26A, 33, N1A, and then get off at Mount Fortress. |
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Travel Tips 1. Recommended duration for a visit is about 1 to 2 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 around will be in its climax, the price will be much higher than ordinary times. |
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Tour including Visiting Mount Fortress (Macau) |