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Welcome
to China Town Vancouver
This is North America's second biggest Chinatown, after San Francisco's.
Mandarin and Cantonese are the mother tongues in 30 per cent of Vancouver
homes, which makes Chinese the largest "minority" ethnic
group. There are lots of interesting markets with many varieties of
fresh and dried seafood and mushrooms. You'll also find inexpensive
houseware and traditional Chinese medicine. During
the summer, on weekend evenings, Keefer and Pender Streets become
a busy open-air night market. If you have time for a leisurely meal,
try dim sum at one of the many small restaurants. It is an inexpensive,
multi-course culinary adventure. Relax in the peaceful Dr. Sun Yat-Sen
Classical Chinese Garden, or marvel at the ornate Millennium Gate
- just steps away on Pender Street. Visit the Chinese Cultural Centre
Museum, or participate in one of its many activities.
• Vancouver's Chinatown is the place to visit
for a taste of Chinese culture:
• Browse through the fascinating shops
• Stroll through the fresh market
• Consult a traditional Chinese medicine herbalist
• Stroll through the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
• Take your photo in front of the massive Han Dynasty Bell
in Shanghai Alley
• Take one of the many walking tours: shopping, cuisine, architecture,
culture.
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