Statue of Liberty

Opened in 1886 the Statue of Liberty was designed by Fredric Auguste Bortholdi, Gustave Effiel, Euginr Viollet-le-Duc, and Richard Morris Hunt. The statue was a gift from France to the United States. The statue represents freedom due to the United States welcoming many immigrants arriving from abroad.
There are many things to do inside of the statue of liberty for instance visitors can make online reservations to visit the crown-The access is limited and visitors must be able to walk up 162 steps to get to the top!




Visitors are also provided with Park Ranger Tours, it provides visitors with a better understanding of the statue and the Island. all ages are welcomed and the tour is included when purchasing a ticket. The duration tour can last up to 45 minutes.
To add on Self guided audiotours are also provided it helps visitors learn about the Statue and the history behind it. Audio toursd are provided for everyone and the cost is also included when purchasing a ticket


Sources:
https://www.nps.gov/stli/planyourvisit/visit-the-crown.htm
https://www.nps.gov/stli/planyourvisit/things2do.htm

The High Line

The High Line is a unique public park located in Manhattan that provides visitors with views of the New York City skyline.

First opening in 1934, the High Line was originally a railway system created with intentions to be able to run through the center of blocks. By 1999, the purpose of the High Line was no longer for transporting goods and advocates pushed for the area to be used as a public park. After years of reconstruction, the High Line was open to the public on June 9, 2009.

While the High Line utilizes its railroad tracks to provide for a unique look, the landscaping done to transform the railroad into a park is extraordinary. A variety of grasses, shrubs, and trees were planted throughout to represent the vegetation that originally grew in the area.

There are many rules and regulations implemented in order to ensure that the High Line is maintained. While it is encouraged for visitors to walk along the High Line and take photographs, it is prohibited to walk along the rail tracks, gravel, or plants as well as to use bicycles and skateboards.

Many events are held at the High Line throughout the year. Stargazing is a popular event as you are able to view the sky through provided telescopes. To encourage the protection of the wildlife in this area, habitat and wildlife tours are done throughout the spring. Public art is also present throughout the High Line, providing visitors with a chance to see unique sculptors, murals and performances.

Image of the High Line as taken from The Guardian.

Source: 
http://www.thehighline.org/
http://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/the-high-line
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