Sammy And Beckett

New York City is one of the most popular, hustle bustle cities in the entire world. It offers travelers and people who call New York home plenty of things to do and see. The city boasts 2 professional baseball teams, 2 NFL football teams, 1 NBA basketball teams and 2 NHL hockey teams. There are also tons of historic landmarks, parks and other things to do to keep you plenty busy. Here is a brief review of four of the most notable landmarks in all of New York City; Central Park, Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building and Times Square.
Central Park:
Maybe one of the most recognizable landmarks in New York City, Central Park consumes 843 acres of land right smack dab in the middle of the city. It sure is quite a sight to see to say the least!
Central Park was officially opened in 1857 but construction and completion did not get finished until 1873. The park is city run and operated and was designed by Frederick Law Olmstead a well known landscape designer and writer.
Over 30 million people use Central Park annually to escape the busy city. In the park you can find plenty of things to do. There are wide open spaces for kite flying, jogging and exercise, ice skating, rock climbing and more. It is even home to Central Park Zoo which is just one of four zoos located inside this gigantic park.
The Statue of Liberty:
The Statue of Liberty was a gift given to the United States from the people of France. It was designed by Frederic Bartholdi and finished construction in 1886.
The statue is a colossal neoclassical sculpture that has become one of the most iconic symbols of freedom that represents that of the United States of America. It rests on Liberty Island and overlooks New York Harbor.
The Empire State Building:
The Empire State Building stood as the tallest building in the world from 1931 until around 1972. It is 102 stories tall and now due to the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center, is once again the tallest building in the city of New York.
The landmark is an Art Deco skyscraper on the corners of Fifth Avenue and West 34th Street. It is named one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World by the American Society of Civil Engineers. If you are ever in New York City, the Empire State Building is a landmark you have to see!
Times Square:
Times Square represents the heart of New York City’s hustle and bustle. It lies in Manhattan from 42nd to West 47th Streets. Between these blocks lies one of the most visited and used commercial intersections in the entire world. It is well known for its famous shops and Theatre district, but is probably most famously known for the dropping of the ball at midnight on New Year’s Eve.

New York City offers so much to do and see that it really will take more than just a few days. Plan on staying awhile and be prepared to be awestruck.