6th November, 2004 Macau

Since its opening, Macau Tower has remained a strong supporter for community events, bringing cultural and entertainment programs to Macau residents and enriching the diversity of local leisure activities. Following this vision, the Tower created and unveiled the Sky Gallery today along with its first exhibition titled "Bird's- Eye View of Macau 1989-2004".

The Changing Faces of Macau
Sky Gallery is located within the Observation Lounge at over 200m aboveground that gives visitors a holistic view of the city. The first exhibition, "Bird's Eye View of Macau 1989-2004", is a long term display of valuable aerial photos taken over the past 15 years that capture the changing faces of Macau. The collection includes images of important infrastructures, city landscape and tourist attractions etc, illustrating a remarkable contrast between the past and the present as a result of city development and its thriving economy. After browsing through the collection, visitors may draw instant comparison with contemporary Macau through the full-height glass walls of the Observation Lounge.

Bearing Witness to Memorable Moments
Chairman of Macau Tower, Ms. Pansy Ho explained during today's ceremony: "The objective is to share with all residents and visitors the unique history and heritage of our city. Sky Gallery is charged with the mission to stage different exhibitions and contests, bearing witness to these memorable moments we all contribute to and take pride in."

Photo Contest to Capture Macau's 5th Handover Anniversary
The upcoming December will be an exciting time for professional photographers, amateur and enthusiasts alike. With Macau SAR 5th Handover Anniversary, the city is ready to rejoice in many different ways, and it is the perfect time to capture these extraordinary occasions through camera lenses. Coinciding with the occasion is the Year of France Celebration, and as a tribute to the two important events, Macau Tower has invited world renowned pyrotechnic expert, Groupe F, to choreograph an unprecedented extravaganza of light and fire demonstration that will light up the mid-December sky. In addition to other celebrations including the inauguration of the third Macau-Taipa bridge, December 2004 is a particularly important month for Macau. In order to encourage participation from the community, Macau Tower is organizing a photography contest that features this myriad of celebrations. Prize-winning pieces will be displayed in the Sky Gallery for visitors' enjoyment.

More Excitement Ahead
Next year, Macau will be transforming at an even more remarkable pace and will be bursting with excitement. Apart from the annual International Fireworks Display Contest and the Macau Grand Prix, East Asian Games 2005 will also take the centre stage along with the launching of world-class entertainment and tourist attractions. The city will be overflowing with fun and energy, and Macau Tower is looking forward to hosting photo exhibitions showcasing these important developments at the Sky Gallery. Schools and organizations will be invited to visit our newly launched facility and become a part of these wonderful events.

Through the ever-growing collection of photos and exhibitions in Sky Gallery, we hope to extend a valuable platform for cultural exchanges as well as art appreciation. Macau Tower will continue to serve the community by extending full support towards the promotion of such meaningful causes, bringing into Macau unique and extraordinary entertainments for all to enjoy.

About Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre
The Macau Tower is the 10th tallest freestanding tower in the world. The 338-metre Tower anchoring four public levels of outlets includes a revolving restaurant, a lounge, a double-height Observation Lounge and an Outdoor Observation Deck. The Convention & Entertainment Centre houses world-class meeting and exhibition facilities. The Macau Tower, managed and operated by Shun Tak Holdings Limited, was inaugurated in December 2001.

For more details:
Visit the Macau Tower website at www.macautower.com.mo

For images:
Visit www.leonardo.com, register and download your preferred picture(s).

Press Enquiries:
Shun Tak Holdings Ltd.
Janet Tong- PR and Communication Manager, Group Marketing Department
Karen Lee- Senior Marketing and PR Executive, Group Marketing Department
Tel: +852 2859 4823