50 New York City Benefits That Make You Fall In Love With It
'08.01.2021'
Vita Popova
This stone jungle will make you feel like you are at home. And knowing what to look for in New York, you will be entrenched in the thought that this is truly the greatest city in the world, the newspaper writes. Curbed new york.
- Skyline
It doesn't matter how long you have lived in New York. Even the view of the city's skyline from afar, with its gigantic skyscrapers and many architectural styles, is enough to take your breath away.
- I ❤️ NY logo
Legendary designer Milton Glaser's legacy includes a hilarious logo created in 1977.
Feel free to wear that old T-shirt that you proudly bought in Times Square - we won't judge you, the logo is really beautiful.
- Historical relics
They are everywhere, so you never know what you will run into when you turn the corner - with one of the oldest buildings in the city or with another landmark in New York.
- Hiking
This metropolis is best for hiking. This way you can truly feel its energy.
- Roosevelt tram
The 43 summer tram is the best way to get to know Midtown's beautiful architecture: from the top of the Chrysler Building to Queensboro Bridge.
- Wildlife in the city
Incredibly, all kinds of animals live in New York, including coyotes and wild ducks. There are even wild parrots that live near Brooklyn College.
- Everything is open 24 hours a day
New York is not just called a city that never sleeps - almost everything you ever need is available here at any time.
- Art Deco buildings
New York City boasts the beloved Empire State Building, the majestic Ralph Walker Towers and the Grand Concourse residences.
- Strand Book Store
There is hardly a better way to spend a rainy day other than browsing books in this legendary store. Its shelves are 28 kilometers long and filled with books for every taste.
- City like in a movie
Here you can see the New York that has been watched a thousand times on the big screen. To do this, just go for a walk along Bay Ridge - this is where the scene with John Travolta in "Saturday Night Fever" was filmed. Or on the subway, where a fight was played out for The Warriors. Or maybe it's better to go to the Empire State Building, because there Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan found love?
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- Sunset Park sunsets
From the highest point of Sunset Park, at an altitude of 49 meters above sea level, one of the most phenomenal views of Manhattan opens up. Especially in summer - when city sunsets are brighter than usual.
- Ceiling in Grand Central Terminal
Just remember to look up when you are there.
- Tiny parks
New Yorkers love parks, which are never enough for them. Therefore, in the city you will find many unique tiny parks. For example, Paley and Greenacre in the city center are both veritable oases with waterfalls.
- Unique anttora cups
Anthora is a coffee cup design that has become a symbol of daily life in New York. Its name is a consequence of playing with the word "amphora". The cup was originally designed by Leslie Buck of Sherri Cup Co. in 1963 with the goal of returning to Greek coffee houses in New York. Then other companies copied it.
- Celebrities everywhere
New Yorkers treat celebrities the same way they treat any other resident of the city. At best, with polite indifference. After all, there are a great many of them!
- Central Park
He never gets old. Regardless of how long you have lived in this city, you will still find in this park a corner that you have not yet discovered.
- Metro
Yes, indeed - it can be old and constantly deteriorate, but the fact that it has existed for more than a century, carries millions of passengers every day and operates 24 hours a day (now, due to the pandemic, it temporarily closes at night) is really impressive ...
- Watching people
This is one of the favorite activities of New Yorkers. You can consider people sunbathing in the summer in Central Park, or stylish visitors to the gallery in Chelsea, or consider family members who came for a picnic in one of the many green areas of the city.
- Wooden escalators at Macy's
Macy's Inc. is now a nationwide conglomerate of over 700 stores that began operations over 100 years ago. It has preserved wooden escalators, which you simply must ride, because this is a relic of the 1920s.
- Manhattanhenge
Do you know which natural phenomenon is one of the most photogenic that Instagram users will definitely appreciate? This is a sunset that can only be seen in Manhattan and only twice a year. And it's called Manhattanhenge.
- Multilingual
This city has a huge number of spoken languages. According to some estimates, there may be about 800 of them. There are about 138 of them in Queens alone, which is more than anywhere else in the world.
- An abundance of cheap food
New York can be one of the best places for gourmet food lovers. However, this city has a lot to offer to budget tourists as well. For example, falafel sandwiches, hot dogs, and other street food.
- Chinatown
There are nine of them in New York, and each offers its own unique cuisine. Try dim sum at Manhattan's Nom Wah Tea Room, or delicious food at the Food Mart on Sunset Park's vibrant Eighth Avenue, or a little bit of everything at the huge 30-vendor food court at New World Mall in Flushing.
- The birthplace of hip hop
Did you know that hip-hop movement originated in New York? Perhaps the most important musical innovation of the last century came from the Bronx common room. And the building where DJ Kool Herc first delighted the audience is likely to stand here to this day.
- Temple of Dendur
Staying in New York, you have the opportunity to explore the remains of an Egyptian temple, which is more than 2000 years old - they are stored in one of the best museums in the world.
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- The kindness of strangers
Usually New Yorkers are in a hurry. However, you can always count on their help if you need it.
New Yorkers have acquired a reputation for being cocky, slightly silly people. But if you have lived here long enough, you know for sure that this is not true. Here everyone can receive help from their fellows when they least expect it.
- Miracle wheel
New York has a 98-year-old Ferris wheel. It offers a charming view of the city. Be sure to make at least one ride on it, because it is "pure magic".
- Staten Island Ferry
It's not just a public transport option. This ferry is one of the most popular meeting points in the city. It's free to visit, the view is beautiful and you can take drinks on board.
- Advertising in Times Square
The density of neon advertising here rivals that of Las Vegas. Officially, billboards in Times Square are called "spectacular." See for yourself!
- Shop cats (bodega cat)
Along with XNUMX/XNUMX service, shop cats make New York City stores truly unique. Plus they are cute.
- Victorian Flatbush
Walk around the Dietmas Park and Fiske Terrace and you'll forget you're in Brooklyn. All thanks to the picturesque streets, which house magnificent Victorian-style houses.
- Rose Main Reading Room
This is one of the most majestic spaces in New York and its landmark. The renovation was recently completed here, so you should definitely see it with your own eyes. Visiting the hall is free.
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- Разнообразие
This city is a melting pot. To see this, go to Little Guyana in Richmond Hill or Sri Lanka on Staten Island: thousands of immigrants have settled in these neighborhoods, bringing food and traditions from their homeland.
- Sylvan Terrace
This charming street, decorated with nineteenth-century timber-framed houses, is a reminder of the New York city that it was before it was flooded with skyscrapers.
- Christmas
A more magical Christmas than in New York is impossible to even imagine. It is during this period that the metropolis turns into a fairy tale, because Americans really like to festively decorate their homes, and in shops - shop windows.
- Surfers at Rockaway Beach
Rockaway comes from Reckouwacky, a Canarsi Indian word. It means "the place of our people." The Canarsies were the first people to live on the Rockaway Peninsula, and they were the first to see Henry Hudson arrive in New York. This alone is enough to purposefully go to this beach.
- Restrooms at Radio City and Music Hall
The New York Theater and Concert Hall, which hosts many theatrical performances, boasts, among other things, its quirky restrooms. The Art Deco design at Loo Radio City is one of the best in the city. They also have foot hand dryers - something you don't see every day.
- The mister softee jingle
If in New York you see ice cream trucks that appear on your face, be sure: summer is coming.
- New York Ferry
New York Ferry is one of the best and cheapest urban boat tours.
- Little India
Just like Chinatowns, New York City is home to two vibrant Little Indies - Murray Hill and Jackson Heights. Visit Little India's Manhattan store and shop for spices as well as South Asian treats.
- Modernist buildings
The New York collection of modern architecture is amazing. It has everything from the stunning SOM's Lever House to the unparalleled concrete creations of Marcel Brewer at Bronx Community College.
- Street trees
Although New York is a stone jungle, it has over 18 hectares of forested areas, and the number is growing every year.
- Shakespeare in the park
Only in New York can you see some of the best showbiz artists performing Shakespeare for free just in the park.
- Street art
In New York, graffiti has become a real phenomenon. And while you won't see subway cars covered in colorful graffiti these days, there are still many places to appreciate street art.
- Creative people
New York is inspiring! It has countless musicians, authors, artists, performers and other creative personalities.
- Brooklyn Brown Brick Homes
Everyone has seen these unique homes in films. They are especially common in areas such as Park Slope and Bed Stay.
- Watching movies on the street
Enjoy watching movies while the sun goes down. To do this, head to places like Hudson River Park and Waterside Plaza.
- A walk along the Brooklyn Bridge
The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States. Its length is 1825 meters, and its age is 136 years. Therefore, a walk along it will not allow you to remain indifferent.
- Parades
Pride, Carnival of American Indians in the West Indies, mermaid parade - these events bring communities and neighborhoods together for fun parties. It is also very spectacular, so we recommend joining.
- Parks for dogs
In a city where pet owners are having a hard time (either your apartment is too small or your landlord is very worried about the mess they can make), dog parks are a great place to just enjoy a walk with your beloved dog. Tompkins Square Park is especially good for these purposes.
