Chinatown in Mexico City

Located deep in Downtown Mexico, between the streets of Dolores and Articulo 123, Chinatown is a small neighborhood for the Chinese culture. As soon as you step near the perimeter of Chinatown, the view of colorful lanterns and the smell of freshly baked bread fills the air.

Chinatown has become the home of many Chinese whose families have lived in Mexico for several decades, many of these families escaped the Chinese persecution of the 1930's from Sonora and Sinaloa (Mexico) and have built their businesses inside Chinatown. Many of these Chinese people have been born and raised inside Mexico City; however, many of them do not even speak Spanish, barely speak English and are only fluent in Chinese.

To experience an authentic taste of the Chinese cuisine inside Mexico City, the only option is to visit Chinatown, where despite the influence of the Mexican flavor, the oriental taste is as authentic and true as it gets.

Apart from the culinary experience, during the months of January or February, the celebration of the Chinese New Year fills the streets of Dolores and Marroquí where red lanterns, flowers, and an unusual parade takes place to celebrate Chinese culture.

Despite the small size of Chinatown, compared to the ones inside other metropolis, it is a very culturally rich zone. Perfect for submerging the one place where Chinese business is clearly mixed with pride and preservation.

References

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• El Centro Histórico. (n.d.). Retrieved May 03, 2016, from http://www.elcentrohistorico.com.mx/lugares-barrio-chino.html