Philadelphia, often referred to as the 'City of Brotherly Love', is the largest city in Pennsylvania and the sixth-most-populous city in the United States. The city of Philadelphia has a lot of historical importance and is known to give birth to the American Revolution. Philadelphia's neighborhoods are divided into large sections and are very well defined by ethnicity, religion, culture, arts and commercial reasons.

Philadelphia's Chinatown, a predominantly Asian American neighborhood, is located just north of Philadelphia's Center City District; and is supported by the 'Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation (PCDC)'.

Philadelphia's Chinatown, consisting of just 6 city blocks, is much smaller as compared to its hectic and sprawling counterparts in New York City and San Francisco. Though smaller, Philadelphia's Chinatown is a true ethnic neighborhood with full of energy, and is less daunting than its counterparts. Philadelphia's Chinatown, is very robust and as authentic as you can get in the U.S.

Chinatown in Philadelphia

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The current population of Philly's Chinatown is estimated to be around 3000 and the residents are mainly of Chinese descent. However, quite a number of Thai, Japanese, Vietnamese and Cambodian people are also found residing in this area.

Easily accessible by the SEPTA bus routes, Chinatown is an excellent and affordable shopping destination in Philadelphia. Moreover, it also offers an array of various restaurants which specialize in mouth watering Thai, Burmese, Malaysian and Chinese cuisine. The most notable attractions of Chinatown are-The Friendship Gate, The Pennsylvania Convention Center and The History of Chinatown Mural. However, Chinatown is more than just a tourist destination and it gives you a real taste of the ethnic community and culture of Asian American neighborhood in Greater Philadelphia region.

Quick guide to Chinatown, Philadelphia

http://phillychinatown.com/

Things to do in Chinatown Philadelphia

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About Chinatown Philadelphia Profile

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Philadelphia Chinatown is an amazing place representing the cultural diversity of Philadelphia. This Asian American neighborhood of Philadelphia is located between the 11th and 8th Street, and the Vine Street and Race Street in Center City.

With the passing time and the urban renewal of 1960s portions of Chinatown were destroyed. To preserve this great place the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation was built in 1969.

The Chinatown in Philadelphia is ideal for enjoying time with family and friends. The aroma of tasty foods, the colorful shops, the warm friendly atmosphere and the people astonishes the tourists.

Activities in and around the Philadelphia Chinatown:

The Wok n' Walk Culinary & Cultural Tour of Chinatown

To make your trip to Chinatown an unforgettable experience you can be part of the famous Wok n' Walk Culinary & Cultural Tour. The tour is conducted by the renowned chef Joseph Poon.

Poon invites the tourists to experience the exquisite four course meal weaved by Poon himself, and the demonstrations on cooking at his famous restaurant.

On first Fridays and second Saturdays of every month this Tour is organized.

The cost of this exciting tour is $45 per head.

Restaurants:

Chinatown is home to some of the best restaurants of Philadelphia where you will be offered delicious Chinese, Vietnamese, Burmese and Thai delicacies.

You can also enjoy the Aids Activities, Kids Activities, After School Activities and many more that take place in and around the Chinatown in Philadelphia.

Philadelphia's Chinatown offers access to the greatest venues for art and culture and sports events, and museums in the city.

Philadelphia Chinatown has some of the best Philadelphia hotels in the nearby areas. You can select your Philadelphia accommodation from these hotels and enjoy the enigma of the Chinatown.

Some Nearby Hotels:

Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City: 0.17miles

http://www.hiltongardenphilly.com/

Loews Philadelphia Hotel: 0.3miles

http://www.loewshotels.com/en/Hotels/Philadelphia-Hotel/Overview.aspx

Holiday Inn Philadelphia-Historic District: 0.48miles

http://www.HolidayInn.com/

Doubletree Hotel Philadelphia: 0.53miles

http://www.doubletree.com/

Omni Hotel Independence Park: 0.58miles

http://www.omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/PhiladelphiaIndepEndencePark.aspx

There are several hotels of all status near the famous Chinatown in Philadelphia which are mostly recommended to guests because of their close proximity to several business centers in the city and a good number of tourist circuits in the not very distant areas. All what you need to do to get accommodation in any of these top hotels in Philadelphia little china is to visit several websites on the Philadelphia Chinatown or even the travel guide; or else search for available accommodation in the hotel directory of Philadelphia. There is also the option of the map of the Philadelphia and its environs.

http://www.hotelplanner.com/Hotels/28618-NEAR-Chinatown

If you want to experience Chinese lifestyle away from China, you better do it in Philadelphia small China. Here you will have a chance to sample Chinese delicacies in the Chinese restaurants and other hotels like the Hampton inn, Hilton garden Inn and the independent hotel, indulge yourself in Chinese music courtesy of the Chinese karaoke in any of the restaurants in the Philadelphia Chinatown. As for the Chinese kung fu you'll meet professional instructors on the same.

http://www.phillychinatown.com/

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