In a city surrounded by so many tall buildings and concrete, it is easy to forget that you are actually in the midst of some of the most beautiful parks on the East Coast. So slow down for a minute and check out some of these truly remarkable natural attractions:
- Bryant Park
The Landmarks Preservation Commission designated Bryant Park as a Scenic Landmark, calling it "a prime example of a park designed in the French Classical tradition... an urban amenity worthy of our civic pride." For more information on Bryant Park check out www.bryantpark.org
Central Park
It goes without being said that this area of 843 acres and 7 bodies of water is not to be missed. The things to do are so vast that it would be best to check out the website at www.centralpark.com
Prospect Park
Prospect Park is a 585-acre urban oasis located in the heart of Brooklyn. This beautiful masterpiece is the work of famed landscape artists Fredrick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, who also designed Central Park. Prospect Park features the 90-acre Long Meadow, the 60-acre Lake and Brooklyn's only forest. To find out more, check out www.prospectpark.org
Union Square Park
Among other things, be sure to check out the green market! www.unionsquarenyc.org
Washington Square Park
The Washington Arch was designed by architect Stanford White to commemorate the centennial of George Washington's inauguration in 1885. http://www.nycgovparks.org/
