New York City, the “Big Apple,” is certainly one of the world’s greatest urban centers. It contains so many attractions that a single visit is never enough. Travelers come back to the city often to truly experience its special atmosphere. New York’s many museums are among the world’s best; nothing compares to live theater on Broadway; shopping and the fashion scene in New York is also some of the finest available.
Let’s begin with the incredible museums. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the “Top 5” art museums in the world,
Metropolitan Museum of Art
with works like Monet’s “Water Lilies.”
Water Lilies
MOMA, the Museum of Modern Art, is equally prestigious, with wonderful paintings like Van Gogh’s “Starry Night.”
Starry Night
The Museum of Natural History is also one of the best of its type.
Museum of Natural History
The buildings of New York City are some of the most magnificent skyscrapers in the world. Of course, the Twin Towers are sorely missed on the skyline.
Twin Towers
but the Chrysler Building
Chrysler Building
and the Empire State Building still remain.
Empire State Building
Rockefeller Center is still a major draw for tourists.
Rockefeller Center
as is St Patrick’s Cathedral, right across the street.
St Patrick's Cathedral
Elsewhere in the city are the Statue of Liberty
Statue of Liberty
and Ellis Island
Ellis Island
and the Bronx Zoo, of the world’s greatest.
Bronx Zoo Entrance
