Tag: Essential New York City
Essential New York City: Exploring the Boroughs and Neighborhoods Though the five boroughs of New York City don’t really need an introduction, the city itself does. Though they all belong to the same city, Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island each have unique characteristics and must-see sights. Learn about the distinctive qualities that give each borough of New York City its own hue. Essential New York City The Bronx: Rich in History and Diverse in Culture One area of the city that is constantly changing is the Bronx. Today, this borough is well-known for its urban green spaces, which include the New York Botanical Garden, Van Cortlandt Park, and the Bronx Zoo; fantastic international cuisine, which includes a true Little Italy; and Yankee Stadium, which is open for tours even when there isn’t a Yankees baseball game going on. Yankee Stadium is located in The Bronx, as seen from above. The Guide to the Bronx You might find it enjoyable Experience: Visitors taking in a sea lion encounter at the Bronx Zoo Five Days of Family Fun in All Five Boroughs of New York City Brooklyn: Modern, Energetic, and Diverse Brooklyn is where the modern and the ancient converge. The borough, especially the Williamsburg section, has developed into a center of culture; think hip nightlife, vintage fashion, and artisanal stores. Nevertheless, Brooklyn is home to classic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge (be sure to bring your camera for a photo), the historic Coney Island (have a Coney dog at Nathan’s Famous), and the Brooklyn Museum, which is home to around 1.5 million pieces and is one of the nation’s oldest and largest institutions. Over 1.5 million pieces of art are housed in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum. Manhattan is known for its renowned landmarks and is, in fact, an island unto itself. A Broadway musical, people watching, visiting Central Park’s urban outdoor attractions, and, of course, being swept up in the frenzy of Times Square should all be on your list of must-dos. Cultural organizations including as theater companies, ballet companies, symphonies, and museums are also based in Manhattan. Times Square celebrates New Year’s Eve.…