Tucked into the heart of downtown, Victoria’s Chinatown is the oldest in Canada and second-oldest in North America, a compact maze of history, flavors, and color. Once a refuge for gold rush dreamers and railroad workers, today it’s a lively mix of markets, restaurants, and heritage buildings, anchored by the iconic Gate of Harmonious Interest. The narrow Fan Tan Alley—once notorious for gambling dens—is now packed with tiny shops and boutiques, making a stroll here feel like stepping through time, where every lantern and brick whispers stories of resilience, culture, and community.
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