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Macau's Evolution: Colonial Port to Neon Empire
Tracing Macau's transformation from a sleepy Portuguese colony to the highest-grossing gaming hub on the planet.
The Portuguese Era
Early gambling dens operated under colonial monopolies, focusing heavily on traditional Chinese games like Fan-Tan.
The Cotai Strip
The reclamation of land between Coloane and Taipa created the Cotai Strip, allowing for the construction of colossal mega-resorts that dwarf Las Vegas in revenue.