The High Line is an urban oasis filled with beautifully manicured landscapes. It sits above the city on old train tracks that were installed as part of the West Side Improvement Project back in 1929. The line was primarily used to transport goods along the Lower West Side, but with the advent of vehicles in the 1950s and more accessible routes elsewhere, the last train eventually ran in 1980. Thereafter, the elevated tracks fell into disrepair, and the whole structure was nearly demolished. It was instead converted into an innovative public park, delighting locals and visitors alike. Today, the High Line is a cherished sanctuary away from the bustle of city life.
This small but beautiful botanic garden features a Japanese garden, as well as the Cranford Rose Garden, herb garden, the Children's Garden, and the Steinhard Conservatory of indoor flowers and plants. In all, there are 52 acres and 12,000 varieties of botanicals, ranging from the tiny bonsai to the towering oak. Self-guided tours, individual classes and certificate programs are all available. Students come with your valid id cards, if you want to avail of a discount.
S’élevant à 443,2 mètres de hauteur, ce gratte-ciel de 102 étages était le plus haut du monde pendant près de quatre décennies après sa construction en 1931. Bien qu’il se soit fait dépasser depuis, l’Empire State Building demeure l’une des merveilles modernes les plus célèbres et emblématiques des États-Unis. Son design Art déco est l’œuvre de l’architecte William F. Lamb, qui dessina les plans en seulement deux semaines en se servant du Reynolds Building à Winston-Salem comme modèle. Regorgeant de magnifiques détails architecturaux notamment dans son hall d’entrée luxuriant, l’Empire State Building est un splendide joyau du style Art déco. Ses sections les plus populaires incluent ses deux plateformes d’observation, perchées au 86e et au 102e étages du bâtiment. D’ici, vous pourrez profiter de vues imprenables sur New York, avec un paysage urbain éclaboussé par le soleil laissant place à un océan étincelant de lumières la nuit. Le sommet de l’immense tour est souvent illuminé avec une myriade de couleurs pour célébrer des occasions spéciales et des anniversaires tout au long de l’année, également avec des spectacles de lumières qui sont visibles des kilomètres à la ronde.
Le mémorial et musée national du 11 septembre est un mémorial époustouflant qui fut créer pour rendre hommage aux personnes qui perdirent la vie pendant les terribles attaques du 11 septembre 2001. Il se compose de deux bassins situés sur le site d’origine ainsi que d’une magnifique place. Les noms des victimes sont gravés sur des plaques à côté des bassins. Vous pourrez également visiter le musée 9/11 qui présente des artéfacts et des témoignages liés à l’événement. Les différentes expositions de ce musée souterrain sont extrêmement informatives.
Traversant l’East River, le pont de Brooklyn est une merveille architecturale. Reliant l’île de Manhattan à Brooklyn, ce pont suspendu avec ses tours gothiques et ses câbles en acier ajoute une silhouette unique à l’horizon emblématique de la ville. Achevé en 1883, ce pont était le plus long de son genre, mesurant près de 490 mètres. L’une des attractions populaires les plus anciennes de la ville, le pont de Brooklyn offre certaines des meilleures vues sur le paysage urbain au-dessus des eaux miroitantes de la rivière.
Located in the Corona neighborhood of Queens, this national and city landmark was the home of New Orleans jazz icon Louis Armstrong during the latter half of his life. Today, the house also operates as a museum, where much of the house and its furnishings remain just the way Armstrong and his wife, Lucille, left it. The museum is shown only through guided tours, which last 40 minutes and begin every hour. The tour takes visitors through the house, while also playing audio clips from Armstrong's life, such as him practicing his trumpet or eating a meal, among other things. After the 40-minute tour, visitors are welcome to explore the exhibit area and a Japanese garden.
An offshoot of the Longwood Art Project, this gallery at Hostos Community College hosts exhibitions throughout the year. Drop in to check out their varied exhibits and satisfy your artistic appetite. Check their website to find out what grabs your interest. The gallery was set up so as to provide an inherent boost to the work of budding artists from various groups that not represented too well on the basis of race and ethnicity.
Alternately known as Avenue of the Americas, 6th Avenue is the American equivalent for London's Oxford Street or Paris' Champs Elysee. Controversial in nature, the extension of this avenue in the 1920's sent several Italian immigrants scurrying with nowhere to go however, over the decades it gained tremendous commercial importance. A number of Gothic structures, historic squares, flower markets and art centers dot the nearby surroundings so make sure to come down here while in the Big Apple.
The Hillel House is a Jewish recreation zone, located within the Brooklyn College. This fantastic place features several interesting places to visit such as a kosher cafeteria, 17 Jewish clubs, a conference room, a synagogue, an auditorium and a well-equipped recreation room. This place was created so that Jewish students feel at home, while getting educated at the Brooklyn College. A beautiful and interesting place worth a visit, during a trip to the city.
Bureau is a promising art gallery that's located in the Lower East Side area of the city. Known to patronize emerging artists, this space is well-known for the interesting range of exhibitions it holds. Check website for details.
This New York landmark has been instrumental in the spread of the teachings of bible and allows the worship of God through Jesus Christ for the people of Big Apple. The church was founded in 1887 as a Catholic Apostolic Church and after more than a century it was handed over to the Lutheran Church in 1995. A fine example of Gothic Revival style of architecture, the striking red-bricked structure is decorated with terra-cotta motifs and dressings, which makes it worth a visit. The church hosts weekly prayer service every Sunday at 11a which attracts the worshipers of Manhattan in large numbers. The church is also host to a concert series known as The Stoop, which allows them stage performances of local and upcoming bands. Call ahead or visit their website to know more.
Blackwell Island was also referred to as Welfare Island and thus the Blackwell Island Lighthouse is also referred to as the Welfare Island lighthouse or Roosevelt Lighthouse. It is a unique structure built in stone, and is placed at the northeastern tip of Roosevelt Island. The rough ashlars in its construction adds to it beauty. It is approximately 50 feet (15 meters) tall in height and was built out of gray gneiss. After being decommissioned in the 1940s, it was designated a city landmark in 1975. Over the years, it has gained a lot of historic significance.