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No.8 New York Destination - Central Park

8. New York Central Park
New York is the most populous city in the United States, and the center of the New York metropolitan area, which is one of the most populous metropolitan areas in the world...

Currency: US Dollar
Language:
English
Flight Time: 7-8 hours
Nearest Airport
JFK International

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Central Park, in the centre of Manhattan, is the United States' most popular urban park.

About 25 million visitors tour the Park's 770 acres of parkland, lakes and gardens every year. It opened in 1857, and was expanded and improved by Calvert Vaux and Frederick Law Olmsted in the Greensward Plan, which culminated in 1873. In 1963, it became a U.S. National Historic Landmark. Visitors are advised to start their tour at the Park's southern end, at the corner of 59th and 5th Avenue. Horse-drawn carriages are available there, and a 30-minute ride costs around $35.00 to $40.00, plus a tip.

In winter, the Wollman ice rink is a good place to visit, and at night Tavern on the Green is spectacularly illuminated. For families with children, Central Park Zoo offers great fun and sightseeing, and The Boathouse is the best place to stop for a drink before climbing up Belvedere Castle to admire the view. For those who enjoy the outdoors and hiking, Central Park is an ideal place to wander around and relax.

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Local History:
New York City, the most populous city in the United States, is known for its status as a financial, cultural, transportation, and manufacturing center, and for its history as a gateway for immigration to the United States. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, it is also a destination of choice for many foreign visitors. Both state and city were named for the 17th century Duke of York, James Stuart, future James II and VII of England and Scotland.


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