Impressive Chinatowns around the world

China’s influence around the world is evident in our daily life. Chinese products, Chinese restaurants and a unique tradition unfold before our eyes at every opportunity. Around the world there are created dozens of Chinatowns and the we show you the some of the most characteristic exaples!

Bangkok, Thailand

It’s huge and full of life. These are the two dominant components of a Chinatown. In Bangkok the Trok Itsaranuphap, is a traditional market, which come every day crowds to buy fish and many other traditional dishes. Take a breath in 24 flower market and visit the Wat Mangkon Kamalawat, a Buddhist temple that will charm you.

Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand

Singapore

The Chinatown of Singapore is a bit strange. Originally stroll through the streets with all sorts of shops to buy dried seahorses and then visit the Temple Buddha Tooth Relic, which as the name implies has a tooth of the Buddha! Do not forget to try the soup with pig brain but also enjoy a massage.

Singapore
Singapore

Sydney, Australia

It may be smaller than most Chinatowns, but this sandwiched between skyscrapers in Sydney Chinatown has many special features that will fascinate you. Book bazaars to night market, where countless vendors will try to sell you snacks and quirky funky clothes. Try tea with traditional pasta restaurant in East Ocean, an experience that will be unforgettable.

Sydney, Australia
Sydney, Australia

London, England

Most visitors use the designation live to describe this small Chinatown, where celebrations for the Lunar New Year every year more and more spectacular. Chat with hawkers or visit Cafe TPT, known for whole chickens hanging in the window, warm bowl full of tofu and wonderful tea. The Led Zeppelin made ​​their first rehearsal in a local basement nobody knows what it is now, but feel free to look.

London, England
London, England

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By Nicole P.

Chinatowns photos: Kayode Okeyode, Amy, Kenny Teo, corey kruitbosch.

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