Lakemba

Lakemba is the name of two places, and the Sydney one was directly named after the Fijian one.

• Lakemba, New South Wales is a suburb in the south-west of Sydney. The suburb is a great example of how migration patterns and ethnic clustering has had on the cultural, social, and built environment. Despite the various non-English background groups that call Lakemba home, there is a predominance of Lebanese-heritage and other ethnic groups that practice the religion of Islam. In the 2005 Cronulla riots, Lakemba alongside a neighbouring suburb, Punchbowl, was the site of confrontation between Lebanese and 'aussie' groups in conflict.

In Sydney, Lakemba is not unique in terms of the cultural impact its residents have had on it. Other suburbs, like Cabramatta, which is further south-west to Lakemba has a large Vietnamese-heritage population. Like Lakemba, the impact on the built environment from Vietnamese migrants is significant.

In recent times, these unique neighbourhoods have become a tourist attraction, for local and international travellers. In particular, those wishing to sample authentic foreign foods.

Lakemba, a vibrant suburb in Sydney, transforms during Ramadan (Dates change according to the Islamic Calendar every year) into a bustling hub of cultural and spiritual activity. Each night, the streets come alive with the aroma of delicious Middle Eastern and Mediterranean foods, as local vendors set up stalls offering a variety of traditional dishes. The atmosphere is festive and welcoming, with families and friends gathering to break their fast together. The local mosque, often the center of these celebrations, hosts special prayers and communal events, fostering a strong sense of community. Lakemba's Ramadan nights reflect the diversity and unity of its residents, making them a unique and cherished experience.^[1]

• • Lakemba Mosque is in the suburb and is one of the largest mosques in Australia
  • Lakemba railway station serves the suburb
  • The Electoral district of Lakemba is based around the suburb in Sydney
• Lakeba, originally spelt Lakemba, is an island in the Lau Group of Islands in the Eastern Division of Fiji.

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