In celebration of the Lunar New Year, NYC & Company will spotlight New York City’s three Chinatown neighbourhoods—Sunset Park in Brooklyn, Manhattan’s Chinatown and Flushing in Queens. NYC & Company is the official marketing, tourism and partnership organisation for the City of New York. Visitors are encouraged to explore these must-see neighbourhoods while experiencing the city’s New Year celebrations and surrounding attractions.
“New York City has the largest Chinese population in the United States, and the three Chinatowns give visitors the opportunity to experience Asian culture and celebrate the Lunar New Year in Brooklyn, Queens and Manhattan,” said Marty Markowitz, NYC & Company’s vice president of borough promotion and engagement. “Whether you’re looking to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a parade, craving an authentic Asian meal or eager to discover a new New York City neighbourhood, Chinatown, Flushing and Sunset Park have everything you could want.”
As part of the campaign, a documentary featuring locals from Sunset Park who share an insider’s guide to the neighbourhood, with a focus on its distinctive shops, restaurants, attractions and history. More information on events and attractions can be found on NYC & Company’s website.
Flushing, Queens. Streets signs and icons © Julienne Schaer
Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Courtesy of Kate Glicksberg/NYC & Company
Flushing, Queens. Crossing Mall © Julienne Schaer
Pacificana, Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Courtesy of Kate Glicksberg/NYC & Company
Flushing, Queens. Museum © Julienne Schaer
Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Courtesy of Kate Glicksberg/NYC & Company
by Louise Lui