Una distesa di verde nella giungla di cemento che è New York City, Central Park si trova nel cuore del quartiere di Manhattan. La intricata distesa del parco inizia a Midtown fino ad arrivare a Harlem. Fu creato nel 1857 da Frederick Law Olmsted e Calvert Vaux, che immaginarono un vasto spazio verde al centro dell'isola. Il parco si estende su 341 ettari e dalla sera alla mattina brulica di vita, mentre intorno si dispiega l’orizzonte stratificato e multicolore della città. Le 21 aree giochi del parco sono abbelliti da fontane ornamentali, sculture, una miriade di ponti e archi, che offrono a molti un momento di pace dal ritmo caotico della città. Le attrazioni del parco includono la Fontana di Bethesda, il Conservatory Garden, il Belvedere Castle e lozoo di Central Park.
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.
Il National September 11 Memorial & Museum è uno splendido memoriale creato per onorare le persone che persero la vita durante gli attentati dell'11 settembre 2001. Il memoriale è composto da due piscine situate nel sito originale e da una bellissima piazza. I nomi delle vittime sono incisi sui parapetti e sulle vasche. I visitatori possono anche esplorare il 9/11 Memorial Museum che presenta oggetti e storie sull'evento. I vari reperti esposti in questo museo sotterraneo informano i visitatori.
Il ponte di Brooklyn, che attraversa l'East River, è una meraviglia architettonica. Questo ponte sospeso con le sue torri gotiche e i suoi cavi d'acciaio collega l'isola di Manhattan a Brooklyn aggiungendo la sua silhouette unica all'iconico profilo della città. Completato nel 1883, il ponte era all’epoca il più lungo del suo genere e misurava quasi 488 metri. In quanto una delle attrazioni più famose della città, il ponte di Brooklyn offre ai visitatori alcune delle migliori vedute del paesaggio urbano sopra le acque scintillanti del fiume.
Cartelloni pubblicitari giganteschi, lo sfarfallio e il lampeggiare delle luci al neon, schermi digitali ipnotici e un’atmosfera notoriamente suggestiva riassumono il fascino della frenetica Times Square. Nata dal nome del New York Times, che vi trasferì la propria sede nel 1924, l'ambiente dinamico di questa piazza frenetica fa da eco allo spirito della città. I cartelloni di Broadway, negozi più disparati, ristoranti di ogni tipo e genere e edifici imponenti fanno gara ad attirare l'attenzione. Da qualche parte, in mezzo a un mare di turisti che probabilmente si stanno dirigendo verso l'iconica scalinata rossa per godersi la vista panoramica su questo spettacolo, un grande autobus turistico si dirige verso la prossima spettacolare attrazione. Nel frattempo, gli elementi che da sempre caratterizzano questo luogo contribuiscono a renderlo leggendario, dall'insegna della Coca-Cola, al colossale negozio M&Ms World, ai Times Square Studios, fino alla biglietteria TKTS, l'Hard Rock Cafe e il Planet Hollywood.
Open to visitors from April until November, the Bailey Arboretum offers up a world of color during that time: daffodils kick off the season, followed by flowering trees and a variety of annuals and perennials all through the summer. This arboretum has a particularly wonderful collection of conifers, and features a sensory garden for the physically challenged. Many events are hosted here, along with guided walks and other educational opportunities. No entrance fee for children 16 and under; $3 for adults.
This Arte Primitivo gallery specializes in pre-Columbian art, as well as Classical, Egyptian and Asian antiques. It has been in existence since 1961. The current owner, Howard S. Rose, acquired the space in 1996. He has auctioned over rare pieces of pre-Columbian art since that time. Information on ongoing auctions can be obtained online at the gallery's website, or by calling for a printed catalog. Admission to the gallery is free.
Located by Little Neck Bay, the Saddle Rock Grist Mill was a historic mill used to grind grain and corn. Built in the 18th Century, it is one of the only remaining tidal-powered flour mills in the nation. Now functioning as a museum on local history, it retains its original architecture including its iconic gambrel roof shape.
The Square House Museum is where to go for a fun and educational experience on all things rye. From the history and development of rye over the years, be amazed by sights of the tavern room, warming kitchen, ballroom and more.
Huntington Free Library and Reading Room has been providing reading material and insights into local history to the local community for over a century. They have impressive collection of reads detailing Bronx's historic accounts making this library a must visit for history aficionados. The collection also includes archaic pictures of the neighborhood, their perusal is a true walk down the memory lane. Additionally, Huntington Free Library and Reading Room is a venue for several local events woven into the theme of history and academics.
The structure housing the Boonton Historical Society and Museum was originally built as a personal abode of Dr. John Taylor, who lived here with his spouse Adelaide Kanouse. Dating back to the year 1898, it was converted into a history museum in the year 1959. The museum was born out of the efforts of a few local merchants who were keen to promote and conserve Boonton's rich history and culture. Boonton Historical Society and Museum boasts of a wide assemblage of historic artifacts related to the town's eventful past. Additionally, it also arranges for guided tours and educative programs to a lively audience visiting this spectacular example of Victorian Gothic and Colonial Revival architectural styles.
Located off of St. Nicholas Avenue in Washington Heights between 160th and 161st Streets visitors will find the architectural gem of Sylvan Terrace. Originally built in the late 19th Century, these row houses were made as an entrance street to the elegant Morris-Jumel Mansion. The wooden houses and cobblestone street were restored after falling into disrepair over time, however in the 1970s, community benefactors as well as the city started improvements to the area. Today, with all the houses restored to the original glory, the street has once again become one of the most quaint spaces in New York.