Fulton Fish Market, Fish market in Hunts Point, Bronx, United States.
Fulton Fish Market is a large wholesale facility in Hunts Point in the Bronx dedicated to processing and distributing seafood. The building contains spacious halls where fish and shellfish from various sources arrive, are sorted, and are distributed to buyers.
The market was founded in 1822 at the waterfront in Lower Manhattan, where it became the city's main fish landing point. In 2005 it moved to its current location in Hunts Point, allowing it to expand and meet growing regional demand.
The market is a working hub where sellers and buyers from across the region gather each day to trade seafood. It remains a place where fishing industry traditions and modern commerce intersect in the daily rhythm of commerce.
It is best to visit early in the morning when activity is highest and selection is greatest. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to navigate a cool, busy environment.
The market often operates in early morning hours before most people wake up, making it a hidden part of city life. This nighttime activity has been part of the city's infrastructure for decades.
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