9 secret places in New York that will surely amaze you

In addition to the main attractions of New York, which must be visited by every tourist, the publication Hand Luggage Only offers to add to your route and little-known places that will definitely amaze you.

So, this list includes: a whispering arch at the Central Station, the remains of the Berlin Wall, a tunnel through a glass waterfall, a meditation room at the UN and much more.

1.) The Whispering Arch at Central Station

On the way to the lower hall of Grand Central Station, there is one of the mysteries of New York that everyone should discover - the whispering arch.

“Stand facing the corner of the arches and ask a loved one, friend or random stranger to stand on the opposite side of the arches. Surprisingly, even when you speak at normal volume, your voice will sound right into the recipient's ear on the other side of the arch, ”the newspaper notes.

“By the way, this place can be used to make an unexpected proposal to a loved one,” - says the source.

2.) Remains of the Berlin Wall

After the fall of the Berlin Wall, its parts were distributed throughout the globe. In this case, five parts of the wall were in New York. To see one of them, just head to 520 Madison Avenue.

3.) The tunnel of the "glass waterfall"

Glass Falls is located on one side of the McGraw Hill Building in New York City, just a four-minute walk from all Time Square events.

“Enter the tunnel and let the water fall on you,” the publication recommends, promising “an overwhelming feeling of being inside this“ waterfall ”.

“And you don't even get wet,” the source added.

4.) Old City Hall Subway Station

Old City Hall is one of the most beautiful subway stations in New York. It was closed at the beginning of the 20th century, but stained glass windows and beautiful arches are still part of the historic city.

To see the station, you will need to take a ride on the 6 train, and when it turns, you can quickly see this beautiful station.

To truly enjoy a visit to this station, it is recommended to go on an excursion, which is periodically conducted by the MTA Transit Museum.

5.) Abandoned Smallpox Hospital

Built on Roosevelt Island, this abandoned smallpox hospital has remained untouched since its last patients left. Today it is a creepy reminder of the endemic smallpox problem in many of the world's largest cities.

“This hospital is currently closed to the public, but if you go to Roosevelt Island, you can still get relatively close to this infamous New York location,” the source notes.

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6.) Tiny little doors

There are many small doors scattered throughout New York created by artist Cynthia von Buhler.

“Keep your eyes wide open, especially near pedestrian crossings, where you might be lucky to see one on a lamp post,” the newspaper notes. And he adds: "Legend has it that these doors are moving, so you have to be very careful to see them."

7.) Sound installation in Time Square

Hearing a soothing art installation set up by Max Neygauz right in the middle of Times Square, it can be difficult in the midst of the noise made by the crowd of people around.

However, if you still intend to do this, stand in the pedestrian triangle (above the bars) between the 45 and 46 streets, and when the crowd disperses, you will hear it.

By the way, the installation was created back in the 1970's and became a permanent installation in New York.

8.) Residential Building Pomander Walk

Discover a piece of old England right in the center of New York.

"The Pomander Walk is in such stark contrast to the huge glass and steel towers that characterize New York, and it looks like you just entered a quaint little town in the middle of the English countryside," the newspaper writes.

9.) UN Meditation Room

Most people are not familiar with the meditation room at the United Nations, but it is completely free and open to the public. To do this, you just need to pass a security check, approximately like at the airport, the publication reports.

“Did you know that this US building, despite being in New York, is considered international territory? Visiting this building is one of the few times when you can say that technically you are not in any country in the world! " - summed up the source.