8 Harrison Avenue (0.1 km from Chinatown Gate)
Global Luxury Suites on Harrison Ave is conveniently located in the popular Boston City Center area. Featuring a satisfying list of amenities guests will find their stay at the property a comfortable one.
8 Harrison Avenue (0.1 km from Chinatown Gate)
Located in Boston 1.7 mi from Carson Beach and 656 feet from the Freedom Trail, Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston features accommodations with free WiFi, a fitness centre, and a shared lounge.
8 Harrison Avenue (0.1 km from Chinatown Gate)
Located 1.7 miles from Carson Beach and less than 0.6 miles from the Old State House in Boston The Harmony Medical Suites ChinaTown has complimentary WiFi, air conditioning, a workout centre, and a patio.
19 Stuart Street (0.3 km from Chinatown Gate)
In the heart of Boston this hostel is within a 5 minute walk to Boston Common and public transportation. All rooms include free Wi-Fi. Guests have access to a shared kitchen.
10 Avery Street (0.4 km from Chinatown Gate)
This opulent downtown Boston hotel includes two on-site restaurants and spacious guest rooms with flat-screen televisions. The hotel is attached to a state-of-the-art fitness centre, and Logan International Airport is within 5 miles.
1 Avenue de Lafayette (0.4 km from Chinatown Gate)
Located five minutes from the Boston Common, the Hyatt Regency Boston is a contemporary hotel within steps from everything the city has to offer. There is complimentary WiFi accessible.
821 Washington Street (0.4 km from Chinatown Gate)
This hotel, located in the heart of the Boston Theater District, offers accommodations with personalised services, amenities, and facilities. Tufts Medical Center is directly across the street from the DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Downtown Hotel.
224 Tremont Street 3a (0.4 km from Chinatown Gate)
Apt near Grocery Store Tufts Medical in Boston provides accommodation with free WiFi 400 metres from Freedom Trail 400 metres from Boston Common and 500 metres from Boston Public Garden. The property is less than 1 km from Beacon Hill and 1.
Chinatown Gate in Boston is a unique landmark that stands out against the skyline of this vibrant city. Located at the entrance of Chinatown, it is an iconic symbol of Chinese culture and history. The gate was built in 1982 to mark the beginning of the Asian-American community in Boston and represents a link between old and new generations. It stands tall at 33 feet, high above the street with four ornate arches decorated with dragons and other traditional motifs.
The design of the gate is inspired by many traditional Chinese gates from various regions across China. Red paint covers most of its surface, a bright contrast to its golden accents along edges, giving it an eye-catching presence both during day and night. On each side are two pairs of stone lions representing wisdom, power and protection – a symbol still widely used by many Chinese cities today.
In addition to its visual impact, Chinatown Gate also has great cultural significance for many Asian-Americans living in Boston. For instance, it serves as a reminder of their heritage and past traditions while also providing a sense of belonging to their adopted home. Furthermore, it has become an important site for local events such as parades celebrating festivals like Chinese New Year or Moon Festival.
Chinatown Gate serves as an integral part for anyone familiar with Boston’s Chinatown area as well as a representation for all those who identify with its Asian-American population. Standing strong for more than three decades now, this unique gateway will continue to be an emblematic landmark for years to come – proudly displaying its vibrant colors across the city’s skyline.