Greenwich Village is a neighborhood in the western part of New York City, USA. Most of the residents here are writers, artists, and the like. Greenwich Village represents an alternative lifestyle and is a symbol of counterculture in the United States. It emerged around 1910, attracting a variety of artists, idealists, and even union members, most of whom were eccentric and out of step with mainstream society. After the war, it became an important source of modern American thought. Greenwich Village is also known as the West Village, with its bustling areas mainly on 6th Avenue, 7th Avenue, Hudson Street, W. 4th Street, and Bleeker Street. The famous TV show 'Friends' was filmed here.
Washington Square is located between Greenwich Village and the East Village, surrounded by the most bohemian freedom and decadence of New York City. Since its establishment, the western Greenwich Village has become a haven for writers and artists. The East Village, with a slightly lower profile, is frequented by punks and experimental theaters. Within a kilometer radius centered on Washington Square, there are good cafes, good pubs, good restaurants, and jazz bars that stay open all night.
The Flatiron Building is one of the most famous buildings in New York City, USA. Completed in 1902, it was one of the tallest buildings in New York City at the time. Its iron-like shape has captured countless films and attracted numerous tourists. The building adopts the Beaux-Arts architectural style, similar to classical Greek columns, with the vertical facade divided into three parts. It is a must-see attraction when visiting New York.
The New York Public Library (NYPL) is one of the major library systems in the United States. Along with the Brooklyn Public Library system and the Queens Library system, it forms one of the three major public library systems in New York City. The main building of the New York Public Library headquarters is located on Fifth Avenue.
The Empire State Building is a famous skyscraper located in New York City, USA. It has a total of 102 floors and was designed by the architectural firm Shreeve, Lamb and Harmon. Construction began in 1930 and was completed in 1931, taking only 410 days. Its name comes from the nickname of New York State, the Empire State. On clear days, visitors can overlook the beautiful scenery of New York from the observation decks on the 102nd floor and the outdoor walkway on the 86th floor.
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Lincoln Center is a collection of performance venues and is one of the largest arts complexes in the world. The center is primarily composed of three theaters surrounding a fountain plaza: the New York State Theater, the Metropolitan Opera House, and Avery Fisher Hall. Additionally, it includes the Guggenheim Bandshell to the west, the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts to the east, the Juilliard School, and Alice Tully Hall.
