New Yorkers call Times Square , the intersection of Broadway and 42nd Street the Crossroads of the World . It is the most recognized intersection on earth-millions of people see it on television every New Years Eve. Some people say its the best place in New York to people-watch. At night, the illuminated signs in Times Square make an amazing light show.
Empire State Building was built in 1931, this skyscraper was the tallest in the world for half a century. Youll get a great view of the city from the art deco towers observation deck.
Who would have thought that a city filled with people, traffic and skyscrapers, could offer visitors such an incredible natural oasis(绿洲,避风港) as Central Park? The park is full of rolling meadows, trees, water bodies and stone bridges. Its all free. Sunbathe on Sheeps Meadow, stroll through the Shakespeare Garden, play softball on the Great Lawn or climb up to Summit Rock, the highest point in the park.
If you see only one museum in New York City, Metropolitan Museum of Art should be the one. The museum houses over two million works of art ranging from Egyptian to Medieval to 20th Century. Make sure to plan ahead and get a free map of the museum inside-this makes it easier to navigate the Mets meandering galleries.
You cant miss the 188 nations flags flying high above First Avenue in front of the headquarters of United Nations . Tours take you through the Security Council and General Assembly Halls.
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