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The Empire State Building
The boasting skyline of New York City and Manhattan can be well experienced from the observation point of the Empire State Building. For the best view, it is recommended to choose a day that is not so hazy if you have a choice. The cost for adults as of July 2007 was $18.00 but the view is really worth the price. After paying a fee and waiting for hours in line for the elevator, you are then taken to the top. The 86th floor is is pretty much the highest you can get. From that point it is still quite a distance to the top peak. From the Empire State Building you can get a 360° view of the city. The view from the south side is fantastic because you can see not only uptown and downtown Manhattan, but also the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges, as well. What is also fascinating is the sound of the city from coming from below. The honking cabs and the police or fire department sirens really seem to echo up through the corridors between the buildings. That is the sound of New York! It is loud but just adds to the big city feeling.
Statue of Liberty Tour
From the piers at Battery Park tourists can take ferries to see the Statue of Liberty. There are different tours available. For those wanting to go on the island and up into the statue, the lines can be quite long and cause hours of waiting time. There are other alternatives such as tours that just go around the statue (to take pictures) and also under the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges. The skyline looks incredible from the water.
Shopping at Macy’s and Manhattan Mall
If shopping is your bag, Macy’s and Manhattan Mall are highlights.
Macy’s slogan is the “World’s Largest Store”, which could be true. But having also seen Harrod’s of London, it is actually hard to tell which store felt like it was the larger of the two. That does not matter... in either store you can really shop until you drop. Macy’s store covers a whole block and has many floors of goodies to discover.
Manhattan Mall is a small shopping mall close to the Empire State Building and has 3 floors of shops and boutiques. Perfect for a rainy day.
Strolling through the streets and gazing into the windows of Manhattan does not have to cost a cent but the city is definately a shopper’s paradise. Every store window seems to be filled with tempting treasures.
Rockefeller Center
The Rockefeller Center is a huge complex of stores and offices. The Atlas Statue makes an impressive entrance for this building. Just across the Atlas is the St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Its high peaks can really conquor with other dominant structures of the city.
Wall Street Area
While walking towards Wall Street, you may come upon the Trinity Church. The church gardens had interesting architecture and is a peaceful area to spend some solemn moments.
The New York Stock Exchange can also be found in the area. Lots of financial action here. Amazing how huge that flag is on the front of the building!
Ground Zero is the site of the former World Trade Center. It was sad to think about how many lost their lives here. As of July 2007, this was still a construction site.
While walking away from Ground Zero, we passed this dark street corridor between two high buildings. At the end of the street was an outdoor café. It just seemed like an unique area for a café.
Radio City Music Hall and NBC Studios
A lot of stars found their beginnings at the Radio City Music Hall. Plenty of shows and concerts held regularily.
NBC studios can be found across the street from Radio City Music Hall. You never know who you will see going in and out of here.
New York City - Manhattan Skyline
The Manhattan skyline is probably the most well known of the world. What is it like being in the middle of Manhattan for the first time? It is somehow like standing in the middle of a deep valley with mountains of buildings surrounding you. Each new corner presents you a new “landscape”. No matter how far you walk, it just does not seem to end. And that is good so!
Times Square
Times Square is a must. So many flashing and blinking lights and billboards, honking taxis, unendless traffic jams, and thousands of people to be seen. It was fun just to stand there and watch. The atmosphere of Times Square in the evening is especially exciting and proof that this city never sleeps.
China Town and Little Italy
Around half of New York’s Chinese population live in China town. China Town is full of vendors selling just about everything.
Little Italy was decorated with streamers in the colors of the Italian flag and there are several locations there to dine.
Brooklyn Bridge
The Brooklyn Bridge is probably the most well known and the most photographed bridge of New York City. Walking across the bridge is a must when in the city. The feeling is fascinating while standing on the Brooklyn Bridge. You have a great view of the skyline and over the East River. You can walk the entire distance across the bridge to reach Brooklyn from Manhattan. The distance across the bridge is just over 2 kilometers.
On either side of the bridge, cars travel to their destinations - either Brooklyn or Manhattan and the view of Manhattan City Skyline from the bridge is worth the stroll! During the summer, there are even a couple of people selling refreshing drinks at the center of the bridge.
Central Park
While in the city, you should take the time to enjoy nature in the heart of Manhattan. Central Park can be found around 72nd Street and has many facets to enjoy. You almost forget that you are in New York City while strolling through the park.
During the day, the park seems safe enough to walk through. Tourists are all over to be found. But be warned to avoid the park in the night hours. Dominantly tall structrures encircle the park. Even though you are in the middle of the city, once deeper within the park, it seems so serene and quiet. Other areas offered recreation, sports and fun for kids and adults alike. Families can spend quality outdoor time with their kids by row boating. The residents of New York City can be proud of this piece of nature. The horse and carriage rides being offered on the outskirts of Central Park are a romantic way to see the park. The sound of a saxaphone player just seems to give the park mall a jazzy atmosphere. Probably the cutest residents of the city are the squirrels found scampering all over the park.
Upstate New York - Catskills and Woodstock
If in New York City to see the attractions, rent a car for a day and explore some of the New York scenery while there. The Catskill Mountains can be seen within a couple of hours drive and are a nice retreat from city life. There you will see the beauty and serenity of nature. Woodstock is a small but charming town that can also be visited while in the area.
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