Chinatown hiking: feel the strong Chinese flavor in the exotic New York

　　 In Manhattan, New York , The most intimate place for Chinese tourists , Nothing is better than Chinatown . The street is piled with fruit 、 Medicine 、 Seafood stall , Familiar oriental faces , Colorful Chinese signs , And the delicious food with hometown flavor floating in the restaurant , Have great attraction . New York Pass （The New York Pass） Take you Chinatown hiking , Explore the most famous landmarks here and the familiar sounds and smells .

Picture source ：Gina & Paul Brake of Street Photography NYC

　　 Located at the southern end of Manhattan, New York , Come of 1890 Chinatown is adjacent to Broadway, the world performing arts center , Close to the city government and wall street , Have a superior geographical location . After more than a hundred years of changes , Nowadays, the area of Chinatown exceeds 4 10,000 square kilometers , Covered with 40 Multiple streets , It has developed into the largest residence and business district of overseas Chinese in the Western Hemisphere .

Picture source ：Gina & Paul Brake of Street Photography NYC

　　 In these bustling streets , Walking with an experienced guide is the easiest and easiest way . There is no need to worry about getting lost in the deep streets , You can also listen to a variety of fascinating historical stories about Chinatown , Even visit some spaces that are usually closed to the public .

　　 In this colorful neighborhood , Don't miss these essence scenic spots ：

　　 Dacheng temple （Mahayana Buddhist Temple）： Built on 1962 year , Located at the foot of Manhattan Bridge, Mahayana temple is the largest Buddhist temple in New York , It is also the site of the highest Buddha statue in New York —— This statue of Buddha is tall 16 feet , Sitting on a lotus leaf , Looking at the peaceful temples and their surroundings , Very solemn and sacred . There are many Buddha statues in the temple , Surrounded by forests , The environment is beautiful , Is to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city , A good place to purify your mind .

 

Dacheng temple , Picture source ：Mahayana Temple

　　 Jaya Street （Doyers Street）： As one of the three earliest streets in Chinatown , Zaiya street has now become a colorful Avenue , All over the cafes 、 Restaurants and gift shops . But in fact , Jaya street had a violent and dark past ——19 From the middle of the century to 20 At the beginning of the century , Chinatown gangs often ambush in the middle of the street 90 Take a sharp turn to attack the rival gang , Numerous murders have been committed here , Therefore, the corner of this street is also called blood corner .

Jaya Street , Picture source ：crxss.shot⁠/IG

　　 Five o'clock area （Five Points）： It is located at the intersection of the five streets of today's Chinatown and little Italy , This 19 The community of the th century is in Martin • Scorsese 2002 Years of film 《 New York gangs 》（Gangs of New York） The fame has risen in China . ad locum , You can listen to the guide explain the historical story of this area , Learn how it comes from a densely populated 、 The slums, where disease and crime are rampant, have been transformed into today's international areas .

Five o'clock area , Picture source ：[email protected] Cruisce

 

　　 Confucius square （Confucius Plaza）： Confucius square, which symbolizes the source of Chinese culture for thousands of years, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Chinatown . The bronze statue of Confucius standing in front of the square is high 15 feet , By sculptor Liu Shih Production complete , There is also a Confucian proverb engraved on the pedestal of the statue .

Confucius statue , Picture source ：UnitedStatuesofAmerica

　　 Chinatown United Charity Association ： The finale of the hiking is to visit 1883 year 、 CCBA New York, representing Chinese Americans living in New York （CCBA）.CCBA The chairman of is informally called the mayor of Chinatown .

　　 On foot , To uncover new York's most fascinating 、 The most intimate place of culture ~

Picture source ：Christopher Postlewaite