Mostly known for its wealth of higher education institutions, Boston is a city capable of attracting tourists as well. The capital city of the State of Massachusetts, Boston is its financial, education, cultural and political centre. As the city is the home to several universities it is also the home to a vast number of students, both local and foreign. Therefore, Boston illustrates an open attitude which welcomes and embraces numerous cultures from across the globe.
Boston is one of the most forward thinking cities of the country. This is evident from its innovative urban planning and unique architecture, as well as the plethora of events around the year dedicated to culture and arts. As the city is the home to a large number of migrants you will see that the Boston cultural calendar is filled every month with a large list of vibrant cultural celebrations.
Boston is a city which has become the home to people from all over the world. Thus the city hosts many celebrations derived from different cultures. The Dragon Parade is one such occasion when the city of Boston celebrates the Chinese New Year. During the Chinese New Year communities which have migrated, especially from China and Singapore decorate the city streets and roads with colourful decorations and sell moon cakes which are a New Year speciality. The China Town area of Boston transforms itself into a mini Chinese arena for New Years Day celebrations. You can enjoy the vibrant dragon parade and lion dances where performers dress as dragons and lions and dance away. Fire crackers also play a major role in this joyous occasion.
Boston offers the visitor some delightful sea food dishes from the nearby New England coast. Some of the local specialities include cod, baked beans and clam chowder. However, as the city is the home to migrants from different ethnicities it also has a myriad of ethnic restaurants as well. You will find delicious Chinese fare in China town for sure. Some exceptional Italian restaurants and Irish pubs can also be found in the city.
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