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Welcome
to
New York
Dear Rutgers International Students,

Thanks for joining our trip to New York City!
New York City comprises the central island of Manhattan and the four
outer boroughs Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island.
Manhattan, to many, is New York; certainly, this is where youre likely to stay
and spend most of your time. Though you could spend weeks here and still
barely scratch the surface, there are some key attractions and pleasures
that you wont want to miss. These include artsy concentrations of SoHo and
the East and West villages.
Of course, there is also the celebrated architecture of Midtown and the
Financial District, as well as many fabulous museums. In between
sightseeing, you can eat just about anything, at any time, cooked in any
style; you can drink in any kind of company; and enjoy any number of
obscure movies.
Statue of Liberty
This famous icon of freedom and of the United States is a copper
statue on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. It was built by French
architecture Gustave Eiffel, the same person who built the Paris
symbol Eiffel Tower. It was dedicated on in 1886 as a gift to the
United States from the people of France. It is a robed female figure
representing Libertas, the Roman goddess, who bears a torch and a
tablet upon which is inscribed the date of the American Declaration
of Independence, July 4, 1776. A broken chain lies at her feet.
Times Square
This globally famous square in Midtown Manhattan, New York City is
formed by the intersection of Seventh Avenue, 42nd Street, and
Broadway. Featuring bright billboards and advertisements and
being the hub of the Broadway Theater District, it is one of the
world's busiest pedestrian intersections. It is also known as the
Crossroads of the World. Since 1907, it has become the symbolic
place where millions of visitors appreciate the annual Ball Drop one
every New Years Eve.
Brooklyn Bridge
Built in 1883, it was the first steel-wire suspension bridge
constructed in the world. Spanning 1,595.5 feet (486.3m) across the
East River, it connects Manhatten and Brooklyn. Upon its completion,
it was considered as the eighth wonder of the world following the
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Since its opening, it has
become an icon of New York City and one of the best places to
appreciate the scenic skyline of New York skyscrapers.
Wall Street
This is a 0.7-mile-long narrow street running eight blocks in the
Financial District of lower Manhattan. Over time, the term has
become a symbol for the financial markets of the United States as a
whole. Anchored by Wall Street, New York City has been called the
leading financial center of the world. It is home to the world's two
largest stock exchanges by total market capitalization, the New York
Stock Exchange and NASDAQ. The Charging Bull, sometimes called
the Wall Street Bull or the Bowling Green Bull, is a bronze sculpture
located in Bowling Green Park and is also a symbol for Wall Street.
Empire State Building
This 102-story skyscraper is located in Midtown Manhattan. As an
American cultural icon and one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern
World, it stood as the world's tallest building from 1931 to 1970 and
is now fifth-tallest building in the United States. Visitors are able to
see up to five states from observation decks on the 86th and 102nd
floor. A race up the stairs to the 86th floor is held annually since
1978, and participants have to climb a total of 1,576 steps. The
Empire State Building has also become a popular place for
celebrations of wedding and Valentines day since 1994.
American Museum of Natural History

Located in park-like grounds across the street from Central Park, in
Upper West Side of Manhattan, it is one of the largest museums in
the world. It comprises 27 interconnected buildings housing 45
permanent exhibition halls, in addition to a planetarium and a
library. Its collections contain over 32 million specimens of plants,
humans, animals, fossils, minerals, rocks, meteorites, and human
cultural artifacts.
Central Park
It is an urban park in central Manhattan. Featuring woods, lakes,
grassland, tennis courts, art galleries and many more, it is not only
the entertainment location for New Yorkers but also a famous scenic
spot for worldwide visitors.
The Fifth Avenue

Evoking an image of wealth and prosperity, the Fifth Avenue is a
major thoroughfare going through the borough of Manhattan in New
York City. It is considered among the most expensive and best
shopping streets in the world. It originates at Washington Square
Park, runs northwards through the heart of Midtown, along the
eastern side of Central Park, and terminates at the Harlem River.
Brodaway
Broadway is actually the name of a boulevard running north to south
through Manhattan. Up to 40 professional theaters with 500 or more
seats are located along the Broadway. Being a birthplace of
American dramas and musicals, Broadway has thus become a
synonym for dramas and musicals of the best in the world.
Metropolitan Museum of Art

Established in 1870, it is now the largest art museum in US and
among the largest and most visited art museums in the world. It
permanently collects more than two millions works, divided among
seventeen departments, including paintings, sculptures, musical
instruments, costumes, and accessories by masters from every
corner of the world. There is also a much smaller second location at
The Cloisters in Upper Manhattan that features medieval art..
Travel Tips:
Safety is first
Keep phone on
Dont carry large amounts of cash
NYC Subway Safety
When waiting for a train, stand
far away from the edge of the
subway platform, especially
when trains are entering or
leaving the station.
Once the train pulls into the
station, avoid empty cars. While
on the train don't engage in verbal
exchanges with aggressive riders,
who may accuse others of
anything from pushing to taking
up too much space.
NYC Taxi Safety
Dont Travel in Unmarked NY
Taxi Cabs: Commonly referred to
as "Gypsy Cabs," these unmarked
NYC taxi cabs are usually nonmetered, non-insured and nonlicensed. Avoid a rip-off - or
something worse - by denying a
trip in these unmarked NY taxi
cabs.
Always Tip: Avoid an unwanted
confrontation with a NYC taxi cab
driver by tipping. After all - it's the
right thing to do.
Other tips:
Avoid drawing attention to
yourself as a tourist: don't stand on
street corners looking at maps
and do your best to walk
confidently, as this will deter
many criminals.
Be aware of your surroundings
and Always keep your phone on
so that we can contact you if you
are lost.

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