Macao has a long tradition of charitable giving. One of its most famous charity groups is Tongshantang, which has helped thousands of people improve their lives.
In the ten years since Macao returned to China, its education system has undergone dramatic changes.
Macao lies on China’s south coast, on the western side of the Pearl River Delta. It’s 60 kilometres from Hong Kong and 145 kilometres from the city of Guangzhou.
Macao comprises the Macao peninsula itself, as well as the islands of Taipa and Coloane. Historically, the peninsula was more developed than the two islands.
Macao is often assumed to be a place where the pace of life is fast, considering that it hosts the Macau Grand Prix. Conversely, some people say Macao is a leisurely place
Before 1999, Macao was under Portuguese rule for over 400 years. Naturally, a sizeable Portuguese population became established there – of whom many chose to stay after the handover.
Both Macao and the city of Zhuhai are located in the Pearl River Delta. It takes less than half an hour to travel between the two.