Broadway is one of the most unusual streets in the world. In a sense, its founders are Algonquin Indians, who paved their way through the dense forests of Manhattan from the south to the north of the island, which was transformed into the "Broad Road". Since then, the street has its own direction, which was not able to change even the well-organized and orderly construction of the most prestigious area of New York at the dawn of the 19th century.
Broadway stretches for more than 25 kilometers, crossing virtually all areas and twelve avenues of Manhattan . There's more than one day to go from street to street, but it's worth it, you'll make the most fascinating excursion into history, into the world of fashion, luxury, bohemians, business people and state men . Broadway appears in the completely different guilty the new historical epoch opens, every local attraction can fully tell about the history of the development of the city of the Big Apple and the States in general .
What to see
It is best to start the journey from the south. Going out to the terminal station of the metro, as if you were in the century before last, the sight of low houses in colonial style, one of the oldest Manhattan squares, rivet the eyes. And the main attraction on this stretch of Broadway is the "Museum of American Indians", which is located in a beautiful building once owned by US Customs.
Moving slightly to the north, you will find yourself in the center of the city, there are huge skyscrapers, most of which were erected in the beginning of the last century
And in the skyscrapers are the central offices of the largest companies, finance O facilities, and it is here Stock Exchange and the memorial complex on the site of the famous twin towers. Among all this stands out the majestic Holy Trinity Cathedral, formerly once higher than all buildings in Manhattan and serving as a reference point for ships, as well as the building of Woolworth - a skyscraper built in the likeness of European cathedrals.
Behind the business area follows "administrative", attracts attention here the building of the City Hall and the ancient St. Paul's Church, which has been functioning for more than three centuries.
Also worth a visit is the Soho district, which was once a working area with similar cast-iron buildings, and now is I am a prestigious place where creative people live. And, of course, the "Broadway Theater District" near Times Square, where the best musicals are in the world, and there is an incredible number of expensive shops and luxury shopping malls.
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Evaluation
February 25, 2014 MariaSmart
Where Broadway does not justify its name 05 February 2014
Most of all famous is the northern part of Broadway, where its many theaters and entertainment venues are located. This street also goes to the famous central square of the city - Times Square, ... Read full review
The most lively street in New York! October 31, 2013
In New York, the largest number of different nationalities are mixed. For this reason, no one pays any attention to you if you are Russian or you have a green lipstick on your face and you are a guy. Everyone is free to do what they want, and most importantly not to anyone not to cause inconvenience. So, if you get to New York on Broadway, do not be surprised at such a variety! The most convenient transport to get to Broadway is ... Read the whole review