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20 W 34th St., new york
Empire state building, an American cultural icon and America’s Favorite Architecture, is one of the world's tallest building (ranks 6th in US, 43rd in world) and has been named as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World by the American Society of Civil Engineers. Its name is derived from New York State's nickname, "The Empire State". It's initial design was derived from two building: Winston-Salem, North Carolina and Carew Tower in Cincinnati, Ohio. Known to be one of the most photographed building in the world, don't forget to tag your your shots #EmpireStateBuilding. Becasuse of the height of the building, under the right atmospheric conditions, couples can experience a slight electric shock when they kiss. The building took only lightning fast 11 months to built and is made up of 200,000 cubic feet of Indiana Limestone and has it's own Zipcode: 10118. On a clear day one can see five states from our Observatories: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Massachusetts. The building has two observatories on the 86th and 102nd floors attracting around four million visitors annually providing spectacular views of Newyork city and surrounding neighborhoods. The building has been featured in several movies such as "An Affair to Remember," "Sleepless in Seattle," "Elf" and "The Amazing Spider-Man". The couple who marry on Valentine's Day, on the 80th floor become members of the Empire State Building Wedding Club. They receive free admission to the observatory each year on February 14 (their anniversary) thereafter.
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central park, new york
Central Park is an iconic 843-acre first major landscaped public park in the United States. It is the most visited (more than 42 million) and the most filmed location in the world. The visitors can enjoy scenic hills, meadows while taking a walk. There are ice-skating rinks, strawberry fields, ball fields, Belvedere castle, a zoo, a beautiful bow bridge, fountains, a wildlife sanctuary, Elm tree path (the mall), Cleopatra's needle, a large area of natural woods, and the Delacorte Theater; an amphitheater that hosts the "Shakespeare in the Park" summer festivals. Six miles path inside the park is used by joggers, cyclists, skateboarders, and inline skaters, especially when automobile traffic is prohibited, on weekends and in the evenings after 7:00 pm. Central Park is one of the best outdoor venues for huge concerts. Around 980,000 people attended the Garth Brooks concert in 1997 making it "the most attended concert" in its history. The Central Park Carousel, one of the largest merry-go-rounds in the US was installed in the park in 1951. The area where Central Park now stands was once covered and surrounded by glaciers about 12,000 years ago. If you want to experience both nature and arts, Central Park is the place to be.
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times square, new york
Times Square, popularly known as the Crossroads of the World, is an iconic; busiest tourist attraction. More than 50 million people visit this place annually. It is always crowded but for a special occasion like New Year’s Eve - the “Dropping of the ball” ceremony, it attracts more than a million visitors. Big, bright, and unforgettable flashing neon lights and brilliantly lit billboards and screens (not to mention the world’s largest LED NASDAQ sign!) make this place vibrant and exciting. This place offers an electrifying experience for everyone. There is a lot of entertainment options for families and people in all age groups; such as Broadway and street shows, Theatre, Concerts, Shopping, museums, and home to some of the best restaurants. You'll run into several street artists, people dressed as different superheroes, characters from movies/shows, etc. Feel free to take pictures with them in exchange for tips. The place is full of stores, hotels, cafes, bars, restaurants, and ticket booths. There are also many theatres and cinemas in the area.
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30 Rockefller plaza, new york
Top of The Rock or simply "the deck" is an American Art Deco skyscraper that forms the centerpiece of Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan, New York. It offers a 360-degree unobstructed view of the city, including New York harbor, Central Park, Hudson River, the outer boroughs, and beyond. There are two indoor viewing lounges on the 67th and 69th floors and one open-air deck on the 70th floor. Truly a photographer's delight; snap unobstructed views and feel like you're floating directly above Central Park's intricate pathways and reservoir. The visitor can also go through tons of other things during the holidays; the Christmas tree, the Saks Fifth Avenue windows, and the ice skating on the iconic rink. The best time to go to the top is slightly before sunset so you can see the city in daylight and at night. There is no limit to how long you can stay up there. The visitors can enjoy the spectacular views of the whole city at night, especially the colorful Empire State Building.
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285 Fulton St, new york
One World Trade Center or freedom center is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere and the seventh tallest building in The World. It is the main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex with a cubic base footprint identical to the original Twin Towers. The “One World Observatory” is an enclosed observation deck in the building rising 1,250 ft. above street level. The highest quality of materials with state-of-the-art design; make this building the safest office building in the world. You can go on a beautiful day and spend at least 2-3 hours here just admiring the incredible views. The perfect time to go is around sunset, see the views in sunlight, dusk, and moonlight, the best of all worlds.
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Brooklyn Bridge, new york
The Brooklyn Bridge has become one of the most famous sights in New York. More than 120,000 vehicles, 10,000 pedestrians, and 4,000 bikes cross it every day. The Brooklyn Bridge was the first suspension bridge to use steel rather than iron for its cables. It is a great place to take photos. the second floor of Brooklyn Bridge is the walking bridge for visitors. You can also rent a bike to cross the bridge. A walk on the Brooklyn Bridge is a must-do while in Brooklyn.
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89 E 42nd street, new york
The Grand Central Terminal is the world’s biggest railroad terminal with 44 platforms and 67 tracks. It’s home to many restaurants, shops, and heart-touching events. Every time is the right time to visit Grand Central Terminal. The basement of the grand central is the deepest basement in New York City. In fact, one can sink a ten-story office building down through the Main Concourse floor, and NOT reach the basement floor of Grand Central. The world’s largest Tiffany clock is at grand central. A great place for traveling, eating and shopping, or just sitting on a bench and watching people.
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234 W 42nd Street, new york
Madame Tussauds is a wax museum that showcases a collection of more than 200 painstakingly created wax figures of celebrities, historical leaders, and cultural icons. The wax figures look lifelike; artists apply each hair by hand and use red silk thread for veins to get the look. Some celebrities donate their clothes and accessories for their wax figure to give an extra-realistic display. The hair of the statues is regularly washed and conditioned to keep the look fresh. The visitors can also enjoy the 4D Marvel movie experience at an extra cost.
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bryant park, new york
Bryant Park is a French classic style green oasis near time square, a perfect break from the concrete jungle of manhattan. Park is a complete enjoyment spot with family-friendly events all year long, plenty of space for reading books, ping pong tables in the summer, a skating rink during holidays, free movie nights, yoga and other classes, and free wifi spots in the park, and so much more.
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175 5th Avenue, new york
The Flatiron Building is an iconic 22-story triangular-shaped steel-framed groundbreaking skyscraper. The Flatiron Building was constructed between 1901 and 1903 at the intersection of Broadway and Fifth Avenue, one of the most prominent locations in New York City. It was one of the tallest buildings in the city with 20 floors high and among the only two skyscrapers in the north of 14th street. The pointed end of the building is just 6.5 feet wide and opens at an acute angle of roughly 25 degrees.
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Prospect Park, Brooklyn, new york
Prospect Park is a 585-acre largest public park in Brooklyn. The main attraction of the park includes a 90-acre long meadow, the picnic house, the prospect park zoo, the pre-existing home of Edwin Clark Litchfield, the prospect lake, and the old arches & bridges. The park also boasts a large number of historic buildings such as a restored 1912 carousel, the concert grove - also known as the Oriental Pavilion, the historic eighteenth-century Lefferts House, the Music Pagoda, the colonnaded Grecian Shelter. The park also has sports facilities including seven baseball courts, a tennis center, a basketball court, a soccer field, and much more. The park zoo is a 12-acre zoo, presently offers children’s educational programs, is also engaged in the restoration of endangered species populations, runs a wildlife theater. The zoo houses about 630 animals and with over 300,000 visitors annually visiting the zoo. This park has beautiful gardens and a boat club. There is also 2 ice skating center. The trees are beautiful besides the charming lake.
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405 Lexington Avenue, new york
The Chrysler Building, an art deco-style skyscraper, is one of the finest buildings in New York by many architects. It was the world's tallest building for 11 months before the Empire State Building. It is the tallest building made of brick and steel structure. The building has been featured in many films because of its architectural design. The interior of the building is even more magnificent than its exterior. It houses the world’s very first digital clock. The marble floor and many art deco patterns such as the stylish elevators doors, more than 3800 windows make the Chrysler Building one of New York’s most beautiful buildings. You can walk into the main lobby and take pictures of the murals.
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2880 Broadway, new york
Tom’s is a family-owned restaurant serving a scrumptious line of burgers, fries, stakes since 1940s. The menu selection also includes gluten-free and organic options, and all menu items are designed to meet the high standards for sustainability. It has been in the hands of the same Greek American family since the beginning and still has the classic diner-style eatery menu in the lists. Seinfeld fans rejoice in this place; Jerry Seinfeld’s eponymous character and his friends regularly gathered to eat and chat there. This place has inspired Suzane Vega’s 1987 song 'Tom’s Diner'.