Macau Photo Gallery - City Scenes

The streets around Largo do Senado have a mix of traditional and more gritty architecture.
Casa de Lou Kau Built in 1889, it is a 2-storey traditional grey-brick courtyard house, typical of a Xiguan style residential building.
The exterior facade is quite plain and humble given this was the home of a prominent merchant.
Satisfied with the house, I then ventured uphill towards the Cathedral.
Igreja da Se Modest-looking on the outside, the site had a brick structure already back in the 17th century.
I ventured out to another side street back downhill, and soon emerged at Largo do Senado once again.
I started a gentle ascent after crossing the street from the square. It got a lot grittier as the pretty pastel-coloured buildings gave way to more humble residential towers.
Along the way there were tiny alleys that were free of vehicles and full of everyday life. This was a good example of a living neighbourhood.
Rua da Felicidade Restored historic homes are brought back to life although not all shops were open despite being the weekend. Then there are narrow alleys like this one that yield interesting surprises.
This side street had its own religious offering table at the entrance.
Back on the main street, these touched-up buildings suddenly don't look so interesting anymore.
One last look before I turn at the end of the main shopping area and head back out towards Av. de Almeida Ribeiro.

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