Moorish Barracks
Quartel dos Mouros
An Islamic-style arcaded building near A-Ma Temple, built in 1874 to house Indian police. Its arches and play of light and shadow have an exotic charm.
The Moorish Barracks was built in 1874 and designed by an Italian architect. It was originally the barracks for Indian police transferred from Goa, which explains its Moorish style: pointed-arch galleries, Mughal-style decoration and a white-and-yellow façade. It now houses the offices of the Marine and Water Bureau. On weekdays visitors can enter the outer gallery for free to take photos, but the offices inside are not open to the public. Located on A-Ma Slope, about a 5-minute walk from A-Ma Temple, it makes a convenient stop on the southern route through the historic centre.
Opening hours
Outer corridor about 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Nearby sights
- A-Ma Temple
- Macao Maritime Museum
- Our Lady of Penha Chapel
- Mandarin's House
- Lilau Square
- Sai Van Lake
- St. Lawrence's Church
- St. Joseph's Seminary and Church