Vancouver's
Chinatown is North America's second biggest Chinatown, after San
Francisco's. Mandarin and Cantonese are the mother tongues in 30 per cent of
Vancouver homes, which makes Chinese the largest "minority" ethnic group.
There are lots of interesting markets with many varieties of fresh and dried
seafood and mushrooms.
During the summer, on weekend evenings, Keefer and Pender Streets become a
busy open-air night market. If you have time for a leisurely meal, try dim
sum at one of the many small restaurants. It is an inexpensive, multi-course
culinary adventure. Relax in the peaceful Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese
Garden, or marvel at the ornate Millennium Gate - just steps away on Pender
Street. Visit the Chinese Cultural Centre Museum, or participate in one of
its many activities.
