Mandarin's House

Mandarin's House

Inscribed upon the World Heritage List, the Historic Centre of Macau comprises churches, temples, squares, gardens and buildings, of which the Mandarin's House and Lou Kau Mansion are the only traditional Chinese residential buildings.

Situated on Travessa de António da Silva, the Mandarin's House is a traditional 4,000 square meters Chinese-style compound made up of several courtyard houses featuring a mix of Chinese and Western detailing. In addition to its historic value, the Mandarin's House is a fine example of Qing Dynasty architecture.

The Mandarin's House was the residence of prominent Chinese literary figure Zheng Guanying who promoted major historic changes in China by writing a book here, which can be borrowed from the Sir Robert Ho Tung Library - the first to provide a garden for the leisurely enjoyment of readers.

Lilau Square, St. Lawrence's Church, the Moorish Barracks and A-Ma Temple can be found nearby, illustrating Macau's multicultural background in a mix of striking architectural features.