One belongs to New York instantly; one belongs to it as much in five minutes as in five years.
Tom Wolfe, The Bonfire of the Vanities (1987)
The PATH train brings commuters from Jersey City to the World Trade Center Station (WTC) in 5 minutes.
The "Oculus" is probably the most beautiful and expensive train station in the world, located right next to Ground Zero.
"Grand Central Station" was opened in 1913 and is one of the largest train stations in the world. Every day, 750,000 people use the station. The value of the four opal sides of the clock is estimated at 10 to 20 million USD
The "National September 11 Memorial" commemorates the terrorist attacks on the two towers of the World Trade Center, in which nearly 3,000 people were killed in 2001.
Amazing: A service at Times Square Church is always a special experience.
An institution: the "Stardust Diner" with its singing staff
During repairs to the over 140-year-old steam heating system, the steam must be diverted across the street.
Dog walking is a lucrative side job.
Keeping dogs in Manhattan is a luxury.
Smile for the photographer. "La Esquina" in SOHO. In speakeasy style, you must enter the basement through the "shabby" deli entrance! The food is fantastic!
Rocco's Roofing has a sense of humor and decorates its contractor van accordingly
Simply beautiful, the braided hairstyle silhouetted against the passing white limousines.
The Whitehall Subway Station in a beautiful color contrast.
View from Brooklyn to Manhattan.
“Beautiful Sunrise” – view from Jersey City
Found on every corner: the food trucks with their warmly rough vendors.
Graduates from the surrounding universities come to celebrate their graduation in Washington Square Park and capture the moment in photos!
Not an easy job, but still in good spirits! Welcome to New York City!
Street poetry
Guggenheim Museum – a different perspective on the opening day, September 17, 2024