The Edge observation deck opened in New York: visitors shared their impressions

In New York, the observation deck The Edge opened. Its visitors can enjoy the fantastic view of the metropolis from a height of 340 meters. Users of social networks are already actively discussing an unusual location and share breathtaking videos and photos. This was told by the author of the channel on YouTube John Barr (John Barr).

Grand opening

On March 11, the official opening of a new city landmark - The Edge Observation Deck - took place in New York. The event was accompanied by the virtuoso performance of the orchestra and mesmerizing performances of trapeze artists.

According to John Barr, The Edge is the highest open-air observation deck in the western hemisphere. To get here, you need to enter the store on the Hudson Yards and go up to the fourth floor, and from there take the elevator to the observation deck itself. By the way, while you climb (60 seconds), you can get acquainted with the history of how New York was built up: the elevator broadcast interesting videos showing all the stages of the transformation of the largest city in America.

Million view

When you go upstairs and enter the glass door, you will find yourself in a spacious area, flooded with light. It offers a breathtaking view of Lower Manhattan, the financial district and the surrounding area. A feature of this location is that the glass fences are installed at a slight slope, which allows visitors to literally lie on them and consider everything that is under them.

According to Barr, there are other viewing platforms in New York, but it is The Edge that allows you to see the Big Apple from a slightly different angle. For example, from here you can see the George Washington Bridge, the entire Midtown, Empire State Building and even Central Park.

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Location Feature

For fans of extreme sports on the viewing platform created special "glass islands", standing on which you can see everything that happens below - the movement of cars and pedestrians on the streets of the city.

Another feature of this location is the presence of a staircase. Sitting on the steps, its visitors can enjoy a gorgeous view and relax after long walks. From this point, even overlooks the World Trade Center, Barr said.

Restaurant at the very top

In addition, right at the top there is a restaurant called The Peak. “Beer here costs from $ 8, wine - from $ 14, and you can order drinks here and drink them on the street,” the author said, adding that this is a really great idea, especially if you decide to implement it at sunset.

To take a symbolic piece of this place with you as a souvenir, you can visit a souvenir shop selling T-shirts, various stationery and souvenirs. While inside the store, pay attention to the view that opens to you, recommends Barr.

Unusual trip back

Even at the end of your visit, when you go down the elevator, an unforgettable adventure awaits you. Thanks to augmented reality technology, you fly over New York, have time to look at the building you are in, and even look inside it.

A visit to the new observation deck cost the author $ 36. In his opinion, it costs such money. Especially, Barr believes, photographers, people who can appreciate beautiful panoramas, as well as tourists will like it here, because they can see the whole city from the Edge in full view.

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