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 The side view of Grand
Central Station by aphrodyte
The statues above the main entrance are sculptures of Mercury (representing trade and profit, merchants and travelers), Hercules (representing strength and bravery), and Minerva (representing wisdom, medicine and trade). Within the main entranceway you cannot help but notice the vaulted ceiling. The ceiling is decorated with the zodiac designs and pinlights create familiar constellations.
Upon the request of Vanderbilt, the railway station was created and opened in 1871. The station was never quite adequate and insufficient space eventually led to the building being demolished. In 1913, the station was recreated into the style that we are all familiar with and recently, Grand Central just completed a huge restoration process.
Many new shops and eateries have been added and there is also a food court with many different types of food and musicians of all kinds perform at various places around the station.
Group and individual tours are available, but it's just as easy to walk around and take in the sights for yourself.
Grand Central Terminal is opened daily from 5:30am until 1:30am. Leave a Comment
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 Oh God! I'm FINALLY here...and
I can't breathe!!! by aphrodyte
Up until the mid to late 80s, Times Square was a bit "seedy" with it's porn, prositution corners, high crime and theft rate. However, after the resurgence of interest and a mega face lift, Times Square is back to it's former glory.
Times Square is residence to Good Morning America, MTV, WWE New York, ESPN Zone, Virgin Megastore, and the world's largest video screen, proported to be 8 stories tall.
Some well known eateries in Times Square are Chevy's Tex/Mex Grill, Applebee's, Planet Hollywood, Leo Lindy's, home of the Lindy's New York cheesecakes,and of course McDonalds.
And we must not forget...Times Square is the home of the ever popular Dick Clark's New Year's Eve Bash. Leave a Comment
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Central Park is a MUST-DO thing when you are in Manhattan. Particularly in spring, the cherry blossoms and other trees are flowering. It is beautiful! You have 2 choices: first take a subway towards Metropolitan Museum of Art (in the East side) and enter the park that way. Or Subway to the West side, and enter via Strawberry Fields. I recommend the Western route. This is because as you walk past Strawberry Fields, there is a little booth with a very helpful man in it who can give you tips and directions and a map of Central Park! Leave a Comment
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This is a MUST-SEE museum. Entrance fee is USD15.00 for adults and USD10 for children. Then again, it is only a "suggested" feee. Apparently you may choose to pay less! I just paid the 15 bucks. I spent 3 solid hours wandering around. It has beautiful painting, sculptures etc. The halls are (not exact name) Medieval Armour and Weaponry, Eastern (Tibet / Mongolian etc) artifects, Egyptian, American History, Renaissance etc. I love the paintings! They even have reproductions of the living room/ dining hall / bedrooms of castles in France, etc! Leave a Comment
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 by lar-n-me
What can a person say about Central Park. It's huge, natural, and a lot to offer the hiker or outdoor person. All nestled within the best city anywhere.
Go to Tavern On The Green and take a horse drawn carriage ride throught the park.
There's many things to check out, too much to write... check out their website if you want to know more.
central park, ny Leave a Comment Address: Uptown Manhattan
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 Me at Grand Central Station by lar-n-me
The energy at Grand Central (Terminal) is intense. It's a fun place to visit.
Website: grand central station Leave a Comment Address: 110 E 42nd St., NY NY 10017/E. 42nd St. & Park AvePhone: 212-340-2210Directions: Train - MTA Metro-North Railroad Subway - 4, 5, 6, 7, and S Bus - M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M42, M98, M101, M102, M104, Q32
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 View from ESB 86th floor by lar-n-me
Visit the official ESB website for detailed information.
empire state building Leave a Comment Address: 350 5th Avenue, Midtown, Manhattan, NY NY 10118Directions: Between 33rd and 34th streets
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It is a place where you can talk to and see anyone at any table it is so fun! plus, a great way to meet people Leave a Comment Address: SOHOWebsite: remotelounge
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