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The city that never sleeps! New York or the Big Apple certainly lives up to its name, being the largest city in the US, and boasting an enormous assortment of entertainment, dining, shopping and cultural opportunities for tourists and residents alike. A leading global city, New York exerts a powerful influence over global commerce, finance, culture, fashion and entertainment. Experience the power and influence! As host of the United Nations headquarters, it is also an important center for international affairs. If you are in New York you are in the middle of action.Empire Building is so called immortal New York celebrity. This architectural marvel was constructed during the Great Depression of the 1930s and is a monument to that era. The building has become a popular attraction, which has starred in over 90 movies and was the previous record holder of the world’s tallest building. The building was completed in the amazing time of one year and 45 days and was under budget. After its inauguration ceremony, the building has become an icon of the city, much loved by New Yorkers and is a symbol of the city’s solidarity and strength.
The Statue of Liberty was given to America by France for it’s 100th birthday in 1876 and has since been a symbol of freedom for all. Conceived as the embodiment of political freedom and a gift of international friendship, “Liberty Enlightening the World” has become a beacon for people both commemorating and still in search of liberty. In addition, it was assumed as a symbol of a welcome to the immigrants who come to the USA looking for a better life as well.The statue is 22 stories tall and has 354 steps on a spiral staircase to get to the top. To visit the Statue of Liberty, visitors must travel by ferry to Liberty Island, where there is a museum as well.
Central Park or over 843 acres of land, Central Park offers a tremendous variety of things to do for visitors to New York City. Experience a concert in the Central Park, find some time for a Picnic, row a boat around the lake, enjoy the old-fashioned Central Park Carousel. While much of the park looks natural, it is in fact almost entirely landscaped. It contains several natural-looking lakes and ponds, extensive walking tracks, bridle paths, two ice-skating rinks, the Central Park Zoo, the Central Park Conservatory Garden, a wildlife sanctuary, a large area of natural woods. Dive into the green!
Don’t miss the historical heart of the Financial district – Wall Street, premier shopping streets in the world – Fifth avenue, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Times Square and much more. Stay awake in the city that never sleeps. Every day try discover something new and unique about the Big Apple and yourself. New York is the city that requires your attention. It’s so easy to be busy in New York.
