Sunday was a really nice day in the Big Apple, so I made like a tourist, as I often do, and enjoyed one of the things that makes New York not only original but great: the view from one of the world's most recognizable buildings, the Empire State Building (official site).
The 86th-floor observation deck sits more than 1,000 feet above street level — and street-meat level. For $10, you get to wait — and wait — for about 45 minutes as you go through security, a ticket line and two elevator trips ... for a chance to relish the skyline with plenty of tourists whose B.O. was kickin' like Beckham.
But it was totally worth it. When people ask what they should do in New York, I tell 'em don't forget the obvious. There's a reason the Empire State Building observatories cater to 3.2 million people a year.
Here are 22 pictures I took today.
Other New York Links
N.Y. Leads Nation in Job Losses — In New York City, more than 240,000 jobs have been lost since December 2000. The state has lost 265,000 since March 2001.
Newsday's Central Park Guide — With this being the 150th anniversary of the famed oasis, learn about the park's history and present. I'm lucky enough to play softball on the Great Lawn once a week in the summer. And unlucky enough to break my thumb in a game a month ago and miss the championship, in which we drilled the New York Times, 19-4.
Your pictures are beautiful
Posted by Cass at September 3, 2003 7:09 PM