New York City, New York
New York City is the most populated city in the USA with over 8 million residents. It is situated at the mouth of the deep Hudson River, so it has always been
The center of NY is Manhattan Island. Here you can see numerous skyscrapers which house banks and offices of American business: the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, The United Nations Building, Central Park, Times Square, Broadway.
New York City skyline before and after the terrorist attacks on September 11 th, 2001
The Empire State Building Grand Central Station The Flatiron Building Rockefeller Center St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Manhattan is often called the “cultural capital of the USA. ” There are more than 800 museums in NY. One of the best known is the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
The Museum of Natural History The NYC Public Library
Broadway is the symbol of American theater
Wall Street in Manhattan is the financial heart of the USA and the most important banking center in the world.
‘Fifth Ave’ is a shopping center of NY. The shops here are luxurious and expensive. Brands include Tiffany & Co. , Louis Vuitton, Prada, Chanel, and more!
The crossing of Broadway and Seventh Avenue forms the world-famous Times Square, where New Year’s Eve celebrations always take place.
Central Park is called “the lungs of NY. ” There are lakes, nice green avenues, two skating rinks (in the winter), many sports grounds and playgrounds for children, and the zoo in the park. It is surrounded with a 10 km-long trek which is very popular with bikers, rollerskaters and joggers.
“Chinatown” Neighborhood Shake Shack: famous for burgers and milkshakes! Serendipity 3 Frozen Hot Chocolate “Little Italy” Neighborhood
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Christmas in NYC