30th September, 2005 Macau

In the tradition of continually bringing its visitors novelty and excitement, the Macau Tower, following the launch of the SkyJump, is honored to present Twin Tigers Exhibition from September 30, 2005 to March 31, 2006. A pair of precious white tiger cubs from the PanYu XiangJiang Safari Park in Guangzhou, are appointed Ambassadors-in-Residence for a period of 6 months, charged with the mission of advancing public awareness of animal conservation. This seeing-is-believing Twin Tiger Exhibition is the first time ever that Macau plays host to such first-class protected animal and is an unprecedented edutainment event that complements the adventure, dining and entertainment experiences at Macau Tower.

 

Precious Tiger Cubs receive noble Hospitality
As a result of months-long discussion between the Macau Tower and PanYu XiangJiang Safari Park, and with the support and approval from The Endangered Species Import and Export Management Office of the People's Republic of China and State Forestry Administration of China, two 6-months' old white tiger cubs are granted the Permit/Certificate for Import/Export & Re-export by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora for their visit to Macau. According to the rules and regulations provided by PanYu XiangJiang Safari Park, Macau Tower has constructed a jungle-themed home and prepared all daily arrangements for the cubs. Accompanying the two fluffy friends to arrive at Macau Tower are zoo rangers and veterans.

The White Tiger Exhibition is comprised of three sections: (1) "The Tiger Embassy", built to imitate the tigers' natural habitat, it is where visitors can see the majestic two at play; (2) "White Tiger Trivia", provides interesting facts about the white tigers' background, their bloodline and daily habits; and the (3) "White Tiger Souvenir Stop", where charity sale of unique souvenirs are available for visitors' selection.

 

Macau Tower invites citizens' participation in Naming of the Twin Tigers
The twin tigers' residence is a highly-anticipated event that the Macau Tower would love to share with all visitors. The Tower is now extending invitation to all visitors for their valuable contribution to the naming of the two white tigers. Interested individuals please visit www.macautower.com.mo starting October 7 for information and downloading of entry form. Participants should send the two tiger names with personal details including name, telephone number, address and ID number on or before 6:00pm, October 31 (Monday) to Ms Tchang, Marketing Department, Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre. Submission can be sent online, by fax to 968 325 or via mail to the Macau Tower. PanYu XiangJiang Safari Park and Macau Tower will jointly select the best names for the lovely ambassadors, and result will be announced on November 8, 2005. Winning participant will received MOP1,000 Macau Tower Cash Certificate plus admission to PanYu XiangJiang Safari Park and 1-night accommodation for two - a chance to visit personally the home of the white tigers.

 

A specimen highly respected in Chinese Culture
White Tigers are magnificent creatures of spectacular beauty. It is one of the most endangered species in the world with an estimated 500 in existence. White tigers are not found in the wild nowadays and are only seen in zoos. There are approximately 200 snowy tigers in China and they are all officially protected. Back in the Han Dynasty, they were honored as sacred animals that only appeared as an emblem of an emperor's merit. To ancient Chinese, the intelligent white tiger, together with green dragon, red bird and black reptile, formed the celebrated "phenomenal four", with white tiger revered as the god of the West.

The twin cubs' residence in Macau Tower is more than taking the traditional belief to the modern world, complementing the city's roaring economic developments. In the effort to advocate the protection of such divine animal, the cubs are charged with the mission of advocating animal conservation. Through visiting the Twin Tiger Exhibition, all visitors will become a supporter of this goodwill, as part of the revenue generated from admission ticket sales will be donated to the PanYu XiangJiang Safari Park for research funding purpose. During the 6 months' exhibition period, Macau Tower is extending an exclusive Tower Admission Rate to all Macau residences - MOP45 for adults and MOP25 for children, representing a 35% discount on regular tickets. Through this special discount, Macau Tower hopes that more residents of Macau can share in the pride of these national treasures visiting the city.

 

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.

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Shun Tak Holdings Ltd.
Group Marketing Department
Janet Tong - PR and Communications Manager
Tel: 852 2859 4823