Little Brazil, Manhattan
Little Brazil, Manhattan refers to a small neighborhood in Manhattan, New York City that is centered on the single block of West 46th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues.[1] The area consists mostly of Brazilian commercial enterprises and Brazilian restaurants. It is demarcated by signs between Fifth Avenue and Seventh Avenue,[1] along 46th Street, and several vendors display the green and yellow colors of the Brazilian flag.
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Little Brazil is famous for hosting New York City's annual Brazilian Day which features live music and food stands from the various restaurants on the street.
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- Walter Godinez (December 9, 2014). "The World in NYC: Brazil". New York International.