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7 facts about Columbus Circle
1. Columbus Circle is an official focal pointColumbus Circle is the traditional municipal zero-mile point from which all official city distances are measured, although Google Maps uses New York...
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Why Is New York City Skyline Always Lit Up?
At night, the city that never sleeps illuminates in a myriad of colors and dazzling lights, from bustling Times Square to the Brooklyn waterfront,...
Back in time
When Was The First Times Square Ball Drop?
Around the world, the Times Square ball drop is considered the official countdown to the New Year — so much so, in fact, that nearly one billion people...
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10 incredible facts about Empire State Building
Opening in the midst of the Great Depression, the Empire State Building lifted the spirits of American citizens. Designed by the architecture firm of Shreve,...
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Creepy Ghost Stories From New York City (Part 2)
As we are getting closer to scariest time of the year it's time for part two of our Creepy Ghost Stories From New York City...
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Creepy Ghost Stories From New York City (Part 1)
With Helloween just around the corner, there is no better time for some creepy ghost stories from New York City. Considering the city's size, age, and...
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8 Game of Thrones style buildings in New York City
Game of Thrones is regaled for many of its great qualities - captivating performances, crazy plot twists and impressive sets. But you don't need to travel to...
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10 Iconic Signs in New York City
Every city has its signature items. Aside from its jaw-dropping skyline, New York is associated with yellow taxi cabs, dirty water dogs and hordes of...
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FDNY; New York’s Bravest
The New York City Fire Department, officially the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY), is a department of the government of...
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10 myths about New York City that are just false
Urban legends, modern man's workaday mythology, thrive in all metropolises. Most of the stories are geographically interchangeable, of course, but many of Gotham's are...