The sun peeks through trees as wind howls delicately through the crowds of people; nature lives. And yes, even in NYC. But probably a few more subway stops Uptown than you're used to going. Jump on the A express and leave your comfort zone on the platform at 125th. There is life beyond Manhattan, and it's beautiful. Exit the Subway at 190th street to find yourself surrounded by flavor, grit, and movement; welcome to Washington Heights. Finding the Cloisters You've made it so far, reward yourself by taking a 15 minute stroll through nature. You'll be greeted by the first trees you've probably seen in months. Let the view of the Hudson River, and silence of Fort Tyrone Park remind you that peace and quiet is possible in NYC. cloiseters-in-nyc …show more content…
The Cloisters is a branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art dedicated to art of the Middle Ages, and while I usually think museums are pretty dusty, this one surpassed my expectations. Fun fact, the word "cloister" means an enclosed walkway, usually in a religious institution, opening up to a courtyard. They couldn't have been more straight-forward when naming this attraction, it's definitely a cloister. The entrance to walk the halls of monastery replica is by voluntary donation; so if you're feelin' good you pay a lot, if you're tight on money you spend less. Regardless, it's an amazing incentive to let anyone experience this beautiful four acre land. cloiseters-in-nyc cloiseters-in-nyc cloiseters-in-nyc Does this not look like I was roaming the gardens of a European castle? You'll actually hear birds chirp, notice delicate bees pollinate flowers, and have room to walk in this sanctuary.
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New Amsterdam became New York and changed hands from the Dutch to the English. But it is not only Dutch place names and styles of architecture scattered across the five boroughs and all of the Empire State that beat witness to this moment in history. The values of openness, tolerance, liberalism and engagement with the world remain the hallmarks of New York, city and state alike. They have made it one of the economic, intellectual and cultural centers of the
In its long and illustrious history, New York City (NYC) has gone through tremendous change. From a small trading post on the tip of Manhattan Island, to the greatest metropolis in the world, NYC has continued to evolve over time. One period in particular that had more degrees of change than many others, was 1860 to 1865. The lives of the residents of the great port city would be completely changed forever.
The arrival to Manhattan was like an entry to a whole new world: from the sea, its breezes, color, and landscapes, to the heart of the city beating louder than ever at the Whitehall Terminal. I could smell New York’s bagels in Battery Park with a mixture of the most relaxing scents: the coffee people were holding while walking down the streets, the old walls of Castle Clinton ...
This is where the cathedral chapter meetings are held. These Chapter houses were also built in mediaeval monasteries. This building got its name from the community of monks meeting in the chapter house with the Abbot to 'hold chapter'.
New York City is not all sunshine and rainbows. Behind the pretty faces, behind the rich entrepreneurs, behind the buildings and skyscrapers, is a much darker place. The New York Underground. It is a nasty place; a mess wherever you step. Our story begins here, with a man named Vexus Scuris. He was in Italy on April 20, 2009. The day history repeated itself.
New York City’s population is a little over 8.3 million people. 8.3 million people are spread out among five boroughs and each have their own set routine. Each one of those 8.3 million see New York in a different way becuase “You start building your private New York the first time you lay eyes on it” (“City Limits” 4). Some people are like Colson Whitehead who “was born here and thus ruined for anywhere else” (“City Limits” 3). Others may have “moved here a couple years ago for a job. Maybe [they] came here for school” (“City Limits” 3). Different reasons have brought these people together. They are grouped as New Yorkers, but many times, living in New York is their only bond. With on going changes and never ending commotion, it is hard to define New York and its inhabitants in simple terms.
In his essay, “ Brooklyn Bridge,” the author explores the “appetite” of a particular New Yorker. This woman is described as staring,full of awe,at the New York Skyline from another borough. She is ambitious and sees New York as full of endless possibilities. Throughout the collection he portrays New York transplants or prospective residents as being driven by the longing to grab a piece of the city for themselves.This drive is a pattern that is repeated in these works of Whitehead. In his essay “Port Authority instead of focusing on the New York ideal of one individual Whitehead focuses on a body of people about to move to New York. Througout the collection Whitehead switches back and forth between focusing on an individual and focusing on a crowd. In this essay Whitehead also highlights the sameness within the people hustling and bustling in and out of Port Authority. He implies that the same quality of brokenness has led them all here, “They’re all broken somehow… Otherwise they would have come here differently,”(15). Even though they are all from different places and all have different destinations the essence of New York has drawn them all here. Colson’s account of the passengers shows that they are all feeling the same feelings of hope in regards to coming to New York. Although they all hope for different things the theme regarding the passengers is
When you think about New York, you think about Times Square, The Statue of Liberty, or The Empire State Building, however most people are blind to other attractions going on all the time. Since I am from the wonderful state of New York, I can fill you in on other attractions. New York City is way more than just a big, blooming, business city. Let me help you, by getting that sky scrapper image out of your head, and inform you on one of the oldest, most beautiful places to visit, containing plenty of attractions for one to do.
As I walked down the sidewalk, my nose picked up the salty scent of the sea breeze. I looked ahead and saw the gleaming beach in the far distance. Before me, the tranquil city along with the endless blue sea sandwiched the golden beach that stretched across for miles. Then my eyes were grasped by the incredible beauty of the city skyscrapers that stood hundreds of meters tall, and they probably had also captured the sight of many other tourists. Some people were jogging and others were bike riding Just as the yellow sun rises from behind the buildings. It’s easy for many people t...
When you associate anything with New York City it is usually the extraordinary buildings that pierce the sky or the congested sidewalks with people desperate to shop in the famous stores in which celebrities dwell. Even with my short visit there I found myself lost within the Big Apple. The voices of the never-ending attractions call out and envelop you in their awe. The streets are filled with an atmosphere that is like a young child on a shopping spree in a candy store. Although your feet swelter from the continuous walking, you find yourself pressing on with the yearning to discover the 'New York Experience'.
Upon arriving at the church I was blown away at the magnitude its size and not only the engineering, but also the artistry that was required to construct such a place. The European Gothic style architecture was immediately evident from the street as the pointed arched windows seemingly reached up to heaven. These stained glass windows once again made me pause to reflect on the craftsmanship and man hours that must have gone into its creation. Although I didn’t know much about the church itself other than what I had just seen, I was intrigued to learn more once inside.
Earth was once a very different place. Before the human population grew to billions and began to travel distances beyond belief, wild animals and ancient forests governed the land. Peter Miller wrote an article, titled “Before New York” for National Geographic, that investigated how Eric Sanderson’s studies uncovered how Manhattan looked and operated as Henry Hudson sailed into New York Harbor for the first time. It may be hard to imagine Manhattan as anything other than a huge, busy, concrete jungle, home of countless skyscrapers, but it used to be diverse in wildlife. "If the island had stayed the way it was back then, it could have become a national park like Yosemite or Yellowstone," said Sanderson, an ecologist at the Wildlife Conservation
New York City is usually packed with people making the city look very overcrowded. Often there are so many people on the sidewalks you have to walk in the street. People are walking in every direction. You will even see horses and buggies waiting to pick up tourist for a tour of the city,.
Manhattan, was a walker’s city now as well as forty years ago. With detours into Central Park where Mayor Lindsay had just recently opened up the grassy areas that drew great crowds, I could wear out a good deal of shoe leather crisscrossing the streets of midtown. The level of energy of those living in New York was rushing to and from their myriad destinations which was galvanizing. The main attraction was the minor