Taipa Fortress Explained

Taipa Fortress (;) is a historical fortress in Northwestern Taipa, Macau, China.

History

The fortress was built in 1846 to defend against pirate attacks. It was later turned into a summer residence for the governor of Macau. The police station of the Municipality of das Ilhas was situated here from 1975 to 1998. Currently, apart from being a garden, it serves as the headquarters for the Macau Scouting Association.[1]

See also

References

22.1571°N 113.5423°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: MT009 - Taipa Fortress . 2023-08-18 . culturalheritage.mo . Cultural Affairs Bureau.