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Explore the most Tourist attractions Chinatowns when you travel

Have you ever felt alone at night? Or been struck by the monotony of the routine? Probably the best answer to both loneliness and boredom is going to an urban ethnic enclave, where a new culture attracts people from all walks of life. Of course, Korea Towns, Dutch villages, and Little Italy's and Indians are all amazing places to travel to, but there is no immigrant district more worth a visit than the classic Chinatown.

Each and every Chinatown is unique and is shaped by the culture of its surroundings; it also holds a great many secrets. Head to the world's most luring Chinatowns to uncover them. For you to get the best Chinese fare head to the Chinatown. In this article, we made a list of the world’s top Chinatowns which considers Tourist attractions.

Travel to Chinatown in Bangkok, Thailand

The huge sprawling Chinatown lies predominantly along Yaowarat Road, which is its main artery. Here the devilish red glow of neon signs, billboards, and its numerous outdoor kitchens tempt a traveler throughout the day. During the nighttime all activity shifts from the Yaowarat Road to the quiet spots around it, and mysterious, often clandestine, stories take shape. Note that this Chinatown is super safe, so feel free to walk around at night. It is better to visit it off the peak hours for the traffic fumes, at that time, are all-pervasive.

Travel to Chinatown in Kolkata, India

One of the most unusual Chinatowns is the one in Koltaka, the capital of West Bengal. Here the generations of Chinese have engaged in commerce and manufacturing and upheld the unique Chinese culture on the western reaches of the Bay of Bengal. Apart from many unique Chinese eateries, you can find stores and markets, with special Chinese mushrooms, tea, bamboo steamers, local sauces, noodles and chow, and dried plum candies. The district is also known for its leather goods, the manufacturing of which have been relocated to a special zone in the area. Currently, the China Town is undergoing a rapid decline both as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic originating in China and military standoffs between China and India. Head to the district to help revive the once-booming area.

Travel to Chinatown in Manila, the Philippines

Binondo, as this Chinatown is known, is the world's oldest. It is the place where you may find some of Manila's prime tourist attractions such as a Chinese Buddhist fate-prophesying temple, Escolta Street with art-deco buildings, China Town walk with its stupendous arch, and many a gritty, yet still scenic, urban view. But, no doubt the main thing it has to offer is its mouth-watering food. Travel to Ying Ying Tea House in Binondo, one of the best places to eat Chinese dumplings and rice in the downtown; it works till early hours, with an outdoor seating area allowing you to enjoy the quiet nocturnal routine of the streets sipping your jasmine tea. The district is located over the river from the colonial old town, the Intramuros. You can get here over the bridge on foot, but note that at night the area around the Chinatown can be somewhat unsafe.

Travel to Chinatown in KL., Malaysia

One of the cheapest places to shop in KL, Petaling Street is one of the best examples of the Chinese knack for commerce. Here you can not only haggle till exhaustion, but also eat at delicious Chinese coffee houses, or visit the Buddhist temple of compassion, one of the holy places of KL's numerous Chinese communities. Note that Chinese culture is widely seen all over the country, with some places being predominantly Chinese-populated.

Travel to Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia

One such city is Georgetown, the capital of Penang. They say that there is no China Town in Penang because the whole of Penang is China Town. Apart from many quiet Chinese-run hostels, hotels, eateries, and street food stalls, you can see the unique jetties where the descendants of the first Hokkien Chinese settlers dwell. The stilt houses are relics of the distant past and convey a quiet, not touristy atmosphere of an organic, close-knit community. Other Hokkien Chinese tourist attractions include clan shrines and temples. The city's ubiquitous street art will guide around and direct you towards the city's other tourist attractions, almost always to do something with the Chinese. Be prepared to dive into the universe of the secret societies' turf wars, potentates hiding from their wives at a mistress's, and many other stories that make Georgetown and Penang Island what it is, a treasure trove of yarns.

Travel to Chinatown, in Yangon, Myanmar

One of the most interesting places to immerse in Chinese culture is Yangon. Here the Chinatown is significantly smaller than the ones in Bangkok or even Manila. But it is the throbbing heart of the city, with almost all street nightlife taking place here. Here you can buy fragrant jasmine bloom, dried foodstuffs, see stunning Guanyin Gumiao Temple, and try the city's best street food. Also, it is the place where both locals and foreigners mix, so head here for you to understand what a passionate heart Yangon has.

Travel to Chinatown in San Francisco, the US

The oldest Chinatown in America, it also offers the oldest alleyway in San Francisco (adorned with colorful mural paintings), and the country's oldest Chinese temple. On your travel to China Town, don't miss out on the famous Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory, where you can see cookie-wizards producing 20.000 cookies a day; get a huge crunchy bag of them for just $3.

Travel to Chinatown in London, the UK

One of the biggest China Towns in Europe, London Chinatown enthralls. It is not only brimming with energy and liveliness; it also is one of the best places to eat Chinese food in the world. Delicious Cantonese fried rice, ambrosial Peking duck, and wontons worthy of UNESCO-listing are just the most well-known dishes you can get here. Apart from gastronomic delights, other tourist attractions include Chinatown Gate, lion statues on Gerard Street, and the amazing 1888 Mural in Horse and Dolphin Yard. Note that the best time to visit China Town is the Chinese New Year when tourists and students from all over the world come here to celebrate.