subject: Major Tourist Attractions In New York [print this page] Do you remember these? Do you remember these?
A national landmark that became even more famous with the movie Godzilla?
A building that witnessed the final moments of King Kong?
A site of one of the greatest human tragedies?
These are all landmarks that are famous not just among the people of the US, but among millions of people all over the world. These places, and many more like them, are all in New York City and each of these plays an important role in the makeup of the history of this great land.
Visitors to New York City know that New York is home to many wonders, both natural and manmade, and a single trip may not be enough if they want to take in the whole of this city. So, if you're planning a trip to the Big Apple, you want to identify the major tourist attractions in New York and make sure that you've been there and done that before you leave.
Major tourist attractions in New York:
The Statue of Liberty: This statue is so iconic that it has become synonymous with America. It stands as a beacon that welcomes people from all parts of the world and is worth looking at for its simple majesty and structural brilliance. Millions of visitors flock to Lady Liberty to enjoy the beauty of this statue.
Rockefeller Center: If you're in New York during the Holiday Season, you simply cannot give the Rockefeller Center a miss. In true American tradition, you can witness the lighting of the world's biggest Christmas tree. Although the tree is lit every year, the ceremony is such a crowd puller that television crew come here by the droves, not to mention visitors, both local as well as foreign. Even if you're not in the Big Apple during Christmas, Rockefeller Center is worth a long visit. It contains many examples of human ingenuity and creativity - and offers a stunning view from the observatory on top, rightly called Top of the Rock.
The World Trade Center Site: This is the site of one of the worst acts of terrorism against human kind. Once the proud bearer of the Twin Towers, the area is now a haloed reminder of all those people who lost their lives tragically one morning.
The American Museum of Natural History: America has a rich heritage of some of the most wonderful museums in the world. The American Museum of Natural History is one of the best and is constantly in a state of flux because it is growing all the time. In fact, it is difficult to finish a tour of the place in a single day.
A visit to NYC is thrilling and exciting. The experiences are varied. The sights, the food and the feel of the place are totally different from that you experience elsewhere. No wonder New York City continues to pull in more and more visitors each year.
