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I'm going to start this post confessing that it makes me a little nervous to write it. I am a person of few words, I like more practical things, but here I am, trying. I want to share with you my experience and show you a little bit of what it is like to visit Chinatown in Buenos Aires, a place that I frequent quite often and that, with each new visit, I love even more.
Located in the neighborhood of Belgrano, in the city of Buenos Aires, Chinatown consists of two main streets. One of them is full of stores, where you can find all kinds of Asian products, from souvenirs to exotic ingredients for cooking. The other street is dedicated to gastronomy, with restaurants and cafes that have unique styles and an incredible offer of flavors to discover.
From the moment you arrive, the atmosphere envelops you. The first thing that catches your attention is the imposing entrance arch, decorated with two majestic dragons at each end. A curious fact is that tourists often touch its claws in search of good luck and also try to find a small black ball inside the dragon's mouth, which symbolizes wisdom. Many even leave money inside the mouth as a kind of offering.
On weekends, especially on Saturdays and Sundays, Chinatown comes alive. The streets are closed to car traffic so that people can walk comfortably and enjoy everything the place has to offer. Going through each store is a real temptation, because I always want to take something with me. Not to mention the supermarkets.... It's a real torture to decide what not to buy! I love to see the shelves full of Asian sweets and snacks, I always discover something new that I would like to try.
In addition to commerce, street entertainment is another attraction. In the middle of the street you can find people dancing, performing magic acts or pretending to be living statues. And if you are lucky enough to visit Chinatown on a special date, such as the Lunar New Year, you can enjoy incredible shows, with traditional dances, parades and cultural displays.
When it comes time to choose a restaurant, the decision is not an easy one. Everything looks delicious, and many places have incredible aesthetics that make them even more attractive. There are perfect options to have a coffee with friends and talk for hours, and at each meeting we choose a new place, which allows us to discover and try different flavors. The gastronomic offer is quite varied, with Asian food restaurants from different regions, as well as Mexican and Oriental cuisine options.
It is worth noting that the restaurant area is a relatively recent addition to Chinatown. It opened just a couple of years ago and has been so well received that it has gradually grown and consolidated itself as an essential part of this iconic place. The truth is that I hope to return soon to continue exploring and trying new flavors.
Nightlife in Chinatown is simply magical. With its vibrant lights illuminating the streets, the atmosphere is filled with a special energy. It is the perfect place to stroll leisurely, enjoy a different kind of dinner and be surprised by the variety of bars and cozy corners where you can share a drink or a beer with friends. Undoubtedly, it is a place where every night can become an unexpected adventure, full of good times and new stories to tell.
If you haven't visited Chinatown yet, I recommend that you do, day or night, there is always something exciting to discover
✎Edited in CANVA
📝Translation by DeepL.com
Voy a comenzar este post confesando que me da un poco de nervios escribirlo. Soy una persona de pocas palabras, me gustan más las cosas prácticas, pero aquí estoy, intentándolo. Quiero compartirles mi experiencia y mostrarles un poco de lo que es visitar el Barrio Chino en Buenos Aires, un lugar que frecuento bastante y que, con cada nueva visita, me encanta aún más.
Ubicado en el barrio de Belgrano, en la ciudad de Buenos Aires, el Barrio Chino consta de dos calles principales. Una de ellas está repleta de comercios, donde puedes encontrar todo tipo de productos asiáticos, desde souvenirs hasta ingredientes exóticos para cocinar. La otra calle está dedicada a la gastronomía, con restaurantes y cafeterías que tienen estilos únicos y una oferta increíble de sabores por descubrir.
Los fines de semana, especialmente los sábados y domingos, el Barrio Chino se llena de vida. Cierran las calles al tránsito de autos para que las personas puedan caminar cómodamente y disfrutar de todo lo que el lugar ofrece. Recorrer cada tienda es una auténtica tentación, porque siempre quiero llevarme algo. Y ni hablar de los supermercados... ¡Es una verdadera tortura decidir qué no comprar! Me encanta ver los estantes llenos de dulces y snacks asiáticos, siempre descubro algo nuevo que me gustaría probar.
Además del comercio, el entretenimiento callejero es otro atractivo. En medio de la calle puedes encontrar gente bailando, haciendo actos de magia o simulando ser estatuas vivientes. Y si tienes la suerte de visitar el Barrio Chino en una fecha especial, como el Año Nuevo Lunar, podrás disfrutar de espectáculos increíbles, con danzas tradicionales, desfiles y exhibiciones culturales.
Cuando llega el momento de elegir un restaurante, la decisión no es nada fácil. Todo se ve delicioso, y muchos lugares tienen una estética increíble que los hace aún más atractivos. Hay opciones perfectas para tomar un café con amigas y conversar por horas, y en cada encuentro elegimos un lugar nuevo, lo que nos permite descubrir y probar distintos sabores. La oferta gastronómica es bastante variada, con restaurantes de comida asiática de diferentes regiones, así como opciones de cocina mexicana y oriental.
Cabe destacar que la zona de los restaurantes es una adición relativamente reciente al Barrio Chino. Se abrió hace apenas un par de años y ha tenido una acogida tan buena que poco a poco ha ido creciendo y consolidándose como una parte esencial de este icónico lugar. La verdad es que espero regresar pronto para seguir explorando y probando nuevos sabores.
La vida nocturna en el Barrio Chino es simplemente mágica. Con sus luces vibrantes iluminando las calles, el ambiente se llena de una energía especial. Es el lugar perfecto para pasear sin prisas, disfrutar de una cena diferente y dejarse sorprender por la variedad de bares y rincones acogedores donde compartir unos tragos o una cerveza con amigos. Sin duda, es un sitio donde cada noche puede convertirse en una aventura inesperada, llena de buenos momentos y nuevas historias por contar.
Si aún no has visitado el Barrio Chino, te recomiendo que lo hagas. ¡De día o de noche, siempre hay algo emocionante por descubrir!
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✎Editado en CANVA
📝Traduccion por DeepL.com
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Es un lugar precioso, quiero conocer si llego algun día a visitar Argentina.
Se que te gustara, cuando vengas sere tu guia turistica 🤭
Very interesting picture
I'm glad you liked it, there will be more soon.
Look at some photos of the scenery, it's so incredibly beautiful, and I see the food is so delicious, I really enjoy the beauty ❤️
Yes, it is truly wonderful and the delicious food make everything even more special.
Hey, I didn't know that there was a Chinatown in Buenos Aires, maybe there is in all America. Here in Venezuela I know of 2 Chinatowns, small but they are of that style. Greetings !
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How great that you discovered it! Yes, in several cities in America there are Chinatowns, each with its own charm.
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Se ven deliciosos los dulces 🤩
Endy, me has convencido, ya estoy viendo pasajes a Buenos Aires (aunque primero tengo que encontrar mi pasaporte 🫠). Me imaginé tocando la garra del dragón y pidiendo que no se me acabe el sueldo en snacks 🤣. ¡Buen post! ✨
Amé. Trágame Tierra y escúpeme en ese Barrio Chino con la Endy jaja.
Jajajajaj me envias un msj cuando llegues. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Jskdjskjska te escribo por wasac🤭