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ASIA IN NEW YORK CITY:
A Cultural Travel Guide
By the Asia Society
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$17.95
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In a continuing effort to encourage a deeper appreciation for Asia's richly
diverse cultural heritage, the Asia Society announces the long-awaited publication of their first trade title,
Asia in New York City: A Cultural Travel Guide. This savvy, sophisticated sourcebook showcases New York City's
boundless ability to amuse, amaze and entertain the most discerning city dwellers and tourists alike. From sushi
and saris to meditation and mendhi, the impact of Asian heritage on popular American culture is visible daily,
and nowhere is this more evident than in New York City, home to the largest number of Asian Americans in the U.S.
In response to a growing interest in "things" Asian, the Society has culled the best of Asian culture
in New York in order to produce a one-of-a-kind compendium. The result is Asia in New York City, a groundbreaking
way to experience the Asian cultures that New York has to offer.
Written by a leading team of experts in the areas of Asian art, film, food,
fashion, religion, and nightlife, Asia in New York City is the ultimate guide to all things Asian in New York City,
from the hottest new trends to centuries-old traditions. Published by Avalon Travel Publishing and Balliett and
Fitzgerald, Asia in New York City offers page after exciting page of where to find Asian art collections and exhibitions,
specialty bookshops, hot new bars, delicious Asian cuisine, popular boutiques and food stores, traditional performing
arts, peaceful garden hideaways, relaxing yoga and meditation centers, informative classes and workshops, and much,
much more. Complete with maps, photographs, helpful explanations and tips, listings at the conclusion of each chapter,
and interesting essays on Little Tokyo, Chinatown, Asia in Queens and Brooklyn, India in New York City, Koreatown,
and Little Manila, Asia in New York City belongs in the backpack, pocket or purse of every New York City enthusiast.
To order this book please call the Asia Society Store at (212) 327-9217, or order online below.
Ordering Information
For order information, please call, write, or stop by:
AsiaStore
725 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10021
(212) 327-9217
Fax: (212) 517-8315
E-mail: AsiaStore@asiasoc.org.
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