Parade revelers enjoy Bloomington's annual Lotus Festival, which features music and art from around the globe.
To Do:
Tibetan Cultural Center (3655 S. Snoddy Road): Bloomington is the American hub of Tibetan culture: be sure to tour this amazing facility!
Global Gifts (122 N. Walnut): For eco-friendly and fair-trade gifts from around the world, browse around Global Gifts!
Mathers Museum of World Cultures (416 N. Indiana): Take a tour of the world at the Mathers Museum of World Cultures with special exhibits and programs showcasing the diversity of countries all over the world.
Euro Deli and International Foods Market (2454 S. Walnut): For a variety of Eastern European goodies, check out the Euro Deli and International Foods Market.
International cuisine:
Anatolia Turkish Restaurant & Kebab House (405 E. 4th Street): Sample fine Turkish cuisine and be sure to pair it with their award-winning bread!
Falafels Middle Eastern Grill (430 E. Kirkwood): Specializing in the flavor of Jerusalem, Falafels blends the culinary traditions of Arabs, Jews and Mediterranean immigrants.
Taste of India (316 E. 4th Street): Try a delicious Indian meal at Taste of India. The garlic naan is out of this world!
Siam House (430 E. 4th Street): Voted the best ethnic restaurant in Bloomington, the Siam House serves delicious Thai food. Try their lunch buffet to sample all of their specialties.
Anyetsang's Little Tibet Restaurant (415 E. 4th Street): Sample one of the most flavorful ethnic restaurants in Bloomington; Anyetsang's Little Tibet Restaurant offers Tibetan, Thai, and Indian dishes.
