| Affectionately called the "Monte Carlo of the East", Macau (MFM) is the first European settlement in the Far East, and was governed by the Portuguese until it became a Special Administrative Region of the Peoples' Republic of China in 1999. Book Macau flights on CheapOair and save big! Sports enthusiasts love the city for the Macau Grand Prix, a high-voltage Formula 3 event that attracts over 20,000 motor-racing fans from around the world. The old city is relatively small and you can easily do it on foot. Stroll down the cobblestone streets and visit 400 year old Mediterranean churches, Portuguese houses, and ancient Chinese temples. The site of the ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral together with the impressive statue in front is the most important landmark here and a great spot for a photo shoot.
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