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Chinatown

Washington, D.C.’s Chinatown is a small, historic area of Downtown Washington, D.C. along H and I Streets between 5th and 8th Streets, Northwest. The area was once home to thousands of Chinese immigrants, but fewer than 300 remained in 2017.

Chinatown in Washington, D.C., is a vibrant and culturally rich neighborhood located in the heart of the city, centered around the intersection of H Street and 7th Street NW. Established in the 1930s, it became a hub for Chinese immigrants and their businesses, though its population has significantly diversified over the years. The area is perhaps best known for its iconic Friendship Archway, a stunning Chinese gate that spans H Street, symbolizing the cultural ties between Washington, D.C., and Beijing. This colorful and ornate structure is one of the largest of its kind in the world and serves as a focal point for the neighborhood.

While Chinatown has retained its cultural identity through its architecture, restaurants, and annual festivals like the Chinese New Year celebration, the neighborhood has undergone considerable gentrification. Today, it is a bustling mix of historic charm and modern development, featuring a variety of Asian-inspired eateries, shops, and cultural landmarks alongside major commercial establishments, theaters, and sports venues like the Capital One Arena.

Despite its small geographic size, Chinatown remains a significant cultural and historical landmark in the nation’s capital, offering a unique blend of tradition and urban vitality. Penn Quarter & Chinatown is home to the District’s Capital One Arena which plays host to everything from professional sports teams to American rock icons, plus intimate film and stage theaters, and it’s no surprise there’s action here from early till late.

Foodies, culture vultures, shoppers and sports fans all find something to dig into in these neighborhoods north of Pennsylvania Avenue NW, which is as hopping at night as during the day.

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