Guide No matter what, there’s a sense of nostalgia that hangs over this broad white way, with echoes of the past still lingering in the air. Several theaters have survived from the exciting days before television, where boxes, orchestra pits, and dressing rooms still cling to bygone times. These include the St. James Theatre at 246 West 44th Street…
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is located at 82nd Street on Fifth Avenue. It is a vast treasure trove, spanning four city blocks and housing over 3,000,000 works of art. To truly appreciate...
Traveling along the sunny skies and blue waves of the Pacific, you’ll arrive at this quintessentially American seaside resort. Since the launch of its amusement attraction, the Boardwalk, in 1907, Santa Cruz has been a classic beach destination in the United States. It boasts a safe environment, sandy beaches, long-renowned entertainment facilities, and a pier that extends deep into Mon…
Highlights The most prominent feature of the square is the Marble Arch. Originally built in 1889 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the inauguration of George Washington, the founding father of the United States, it was replaced in 1892 by the Marble Arch designed by Stanford White. There is a hidden staircase on the right side of the arch that leads to the top. Additionally, there are statues of Washington on both sides of the arch—the one on the right represents Washington in peacetime, and the one on the left depicts him in wartime. These were added in 1918 and 1916, respectively.
Guide In New York, one naturally thinks of the financier John D. Rockefeller Jr. In the late 1920s, despite the economic depression clouding North and South America, he decided to pursue a long-held grand vision: to build a complex of buildings in the heart of Manhattan that would become a classic entertainment hub. …
Introduction Ground Zero refers to the site of the World Trade Center that collapsed during the 9/11 attacks, and it has now become a must-visit destination for travelers. The location where the Twin Towers once stood as global icons is now an open expanse, enclosed by two rows of iron fences that form a pathway, with large banners reading “We Will Never Forget” hanging behind them. In front of the fences lies Ground Zero itself, where visitors can observe cranes, excavators, trucks, and construction workers clearing the rubble. The massive hollowed-out ruins resemble a huge crater, instantly casting a somber mood over those who see it.
Introduction West Point, known as synonymous with the United States Military Academy, is world-renowned. Located 80 kilometers north of New York City, it was once the earliest military fort in the northeastern United States and served as an anti-British stronghold during the American Revolutionary War. The military academy, situated at West Point, came to be known as West Point…
Introduction The Empire State Building has 102 floors and reaches a height of 1,454 feet (approximately 443.18 meters), including its television antenna tower. It is an Art Deco-style office building completed in 1931. Visitors on the 86th floor…
Guide 1. The walk starts at the subway station on West 72nd Street, crosses Central Park West and West Drive, and follows the path to the Strawberry Fields site. 2. Head north, taking any path along West Drive (preferably the one closest to the lake), then turn right to reach the transverse at 79th Street. 3. Continue eastward, passing the intersection of the 79th Street transverse and East Drive, then take the southern path to the Conservatory Water. 4. Walk west along the path through East Drive, then enter the Loeb Boathouse dock area. 5. From the fountain, go south through the brick tunnel beneath the 72nd Street transverse to enter the Mall. 6. At the end of the Mall, walk to the western side of East Drive. 7. Proceed to the southern end of the Pond, then turn left toward Bethesda Terrace, where the tour ends. The entire walk takes approximately two hours.
Highlights The exquisite murals, carvings, and bronze doors in the library are all worth close appreciation, and you can also try to find Sargent’s mural. The library also houses ancient books and rare editions. Introduction Some of America’s most outstanding talents were brought together to build this most magnificent building in the United States — including McKim, Me…
Introduction The cultural caliber of Greenwich Village is no less than that of the Times Square commercial district, which is densely packed with Broadway theaters—in fact, it’s even more refined. Cultural insiders generally consider Times Square as a place where out-of-town and foreign tourists go to see the sights, while the Greenwich Village and Upper West Side areas are...
Guide In the 1960s, a generation of artistic rebels carved out their territory in SoHo, Lower Manhattan: transforming abandoned factory spaces into combined dwellings and creative sanctuaries, merging artistic endeavor with everyday living. There were none of the cold glass facades of uptown, no fractured skies, no...
Tour Guide The Conference Building houses the Security Council Chamber, the Economic and Social Council Chamber, and the Trusteeship Council Chamber. Visitors can also purchase United Nations stamps at the post office inside and mail them from within the building. There are also restaurants, shops selling goods from around the world, as well as craft stores featuring artworks donated by...
The world-famous New York Fifth Avenue saw a 38% increase in rent over the past year, ranking first with an annual rent of 74,000 RMB per square meter, making it the most expensive shopping street in the world. Despite this, many luxury brands have still managed to open branches on this busiest street in New York City, showcasing their strength to shareholders and potential...
The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France to the United States in 1876 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of American independence. It is located on Liberty Island near New York City in the state of New York and is an important tourist attraction in the U.S. The Statue of Liberty weighs 450,000 pounds, stands 46 meters tall, and its pedestal is 45 meters high. Its full name is the “Statue of Liberty National Monument,”…
Guide The History Behind the Church’s Fame: On the night of April 18, 1775, British troops planned to attack an ammunition depot in Concord, outside Boston. Patriotic hero Paul Revere hung two lanterns in the church steeple as a warning signal to inform comrades defending the arsenal, then rode through the night to spread the news, enabling...
Guide The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, is one of the premier art museums in the city and among the best in the United States. Highlights Its outstanding collection includes first-class Impressionist paintings, such as over 40 works by Monet, as well as more than 150 works by Miró, including his famous painting The Sower. It also features...
Introduction When you stroll through School Street, on its left side within the former City Hall courtyard stands Boston’s oldest statue—a smiling yet solemn figure. This is the famous statue of Benjamin Franklin. Not far from here is America’s first public school—the Boston Latin School, established in 16…
Introduction: This museum is the world’s only one dedicated exclusively to showcasing computers. Many exhibits are interactive, allowing computer enthusiasts to spend hours playing with the toys of the tech world. The centerpiece of the museum is a giant two-story model of a computer that visitors can walk through, and…
Guide In addition to housing some of Boston’s best trendy boutiques and iconic modern and Victorian architecture, this area also boasts excellent restaurants and bars. Stroll over to the Theatre District or head to the South End to enjoy one of the city’s hottest dining scenes...