Category: Buildings
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Spider-Man on the Brooklyn Bridge
Imagine my surprise yesterday when I turned to see the one-and-only Spider-Man perched on the Brooklyn Bridge! It was a gorgeous day out, so I don’t blame him for stopping by. Photos property of debbieinthecity.com. May not be duplicated without written permission. Any links or mention of products or services are for information purposes only…
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Fifth Avenue View is Changed Forever
Back in March I did a post on current construction in Manhattan (see it here). I wrote about how the new, supertall 262 Fifth Ave was causing some grumbling, as it blocks the view of the Empire State Building from the south. I was at the Flatiron Building this week, taking a break in the…
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Sunset from The Edge, NYC
If you’re ready for one of the best views of NYC and beyond, look no further than The Edge at Hudson Yards. Edge has the highest sky deck in the western hemisphere, with a 360 degree view. Recently I decided to revisit Edge at sunset. Come along with me and see the phenomenal views! Today…
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One World Trade – Beautiful Geometry
The fabulous One World Trade Center is enough to make even me appreciate geometry! See more beautiful NYC skyscrapers here: Grey Giants – 20 Beautiful NYC Skyscapers Photos property of debbieinthecity.com unless otherwise noted. May not be duplicated without written permission. Any links or mention of products or services are for information purposes only and…
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Crazy New Construction in NYC
Everywhere you look there’s new construction going on. Here’s a peek at three projects being built right now in Manhattan. Crazy good, or crazy bad? You decide! Xadia Hotel, 58 West 39th St., Midtown The first time I saw this building going up I truly did a double take. And I’m sure I wasn’t the…
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At the Wonderful Flatiron Building
Stopping a moment by the wonderful Flatiron Building (1902), 175 Fifth Ave. Feels like Winter. See the Flatiron Building in Spring here: Flatiron Building in Bloom
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Christmas at Macy’s NYC
Macy’s Christmas windows are a must-see if you’re in NYC during the holidays. Walk with me and take a ride on the original wooden escalators! Main Entrance, 34th Street Macy’s Herald Square was built in 1902. The building today was constructed in 3 phases (1902, 1924, 1931). Each section of the building have their own…
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Lunar New Year at The Peninsula New York
It must be February! The Peninsula New York is decorated for the Chinese Lunar New Year with their festive dragon. The dragon is on the marquee of the East 55th Street entrance. I’ll be honest, this is the first time I’ve seen it and I’m thrilled! The five-star Peninsula New York has a traditional Lion…
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Up and Coming Construction in NYC
I love to follow the new construction in Manhattan. There’s so many new buildings going up right now – let’s take a look at some of them together! 262 Fifth Avenue, NoMad 262 Fifth Avenue in NoMad will be a 860 foot tall residential skyscraper. When construction first started I was amazed at the narrowness…
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Happy 111th Birthday Grand Central Terminal!
The stately and beautiful Grand Central Terminal is 111 years old today! The Terminal opened to the public on February 2, 1913. Can you believe it? On it’s opening day over 150,000 people flocked to see it. The wonderful clock that rests atop the Information Booth was built in 1913 by the Seth Thomas Clock…
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Peace and Quiet on the Brooklyn Bridge
There’s something about the Brooklyn Bridge, it just calls to you, insisting that you turn in your path and come aboard. Who can pass by without wanting to stroll its length, under the old stones and wires? Not me! Like most folks, I was thrilled at the recent elimination of vendors from the Brooklyn Bridge…
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From the Battery to Brooklyn and Beyond!
Come walk with me from Battery Park, across the Brooklyn Bridge and down to Japan Village! The Battery As most folks who follow me know, I generally start my walks at the Battery. It’s the most beautiful place on the island and I always want to check in and see how the seasons are changing…