RUINS OF ST.PAULS

The Ruins of St. Paul’s staircase is the starting point for the parade and the staging area for the dragon and parade performers, making it a popular spot for spectators.
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For approximately 90 minutes before the parade you can see the dragon wrapped up on the steps leading to the Ruins.
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This is a breathtaking sight against the backdrop of clear blue skies.
After the eye-dotting ritual to awaken the dragon, the parade begins and the dragon starts slinking its way through the World Heritage area.
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If you watch from the Ruins of St. Paul’s and are handy with a map, you can then make a beeline for St. Augustine’s Square to watch it pass by again.
You’ll need to be quick however as this dragon moves surprisingly fast once started

SENADO SQUARE

Senado Square is another great spot to enjoy the Chinese New Year’s Day Parade. Like the Ruins of St. Paul’s, this area will be teeming with festive activity; including musical performances, lion dances and firecrackers.
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Arrive early if you want to be seated during the parade. Otherwise, be ready to stand and enjoy. Listen for the drums and brass and keep an eye out for the dragon as it makes its way through the square from the Ruins of St. Paul’s.

ST.AUGUSTINE'S SPUARE

If there is a hidden gem to the holiday period in Macau, it is being on St. Augustine’s Square during the New Year’s Day Parade.
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While Senado Square and the Ruins of St. Paul’s are packed with crowds, only a handful of wise watchers know to come here to await the dragon, which slows down and pauses for pictures in front of St. Augustine’s Church.
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Best vantage point for photos and videos are found on the higher grounds at the Dom Pedro V Theatre, just across from St. Augustine’s Church.