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Chinatown

Portland, Oregon

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Originally known as 'New Chinatown/Japantown Historic District,' it reflects the area's rich history of both Chinese and Japanese communities.

The Chinatown Gateway, completed in 1986, serves as a symbol of friendship between Portland and its sister city, Suzhou, China.

The Portland Chinatown Museum hosts the Lunar New Year celebration, showcasing traditional lion dances and cultural performances.

Chinatown is home to a variety of Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Vietnamese, and Thai, reflecting the area's multicultural heritage.

The Hung Far Low building, established in 1928, is one of the oldest and most recognizable structures in Portland's Chinatown.

Chinatown offers a range of specialty shops, from traditional herbal medicine stores to modern boutiques, providing a blend of old and new.

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