From the pizza and bagels to the scenery, there is no place like New York.
I have lived in New York my whole life. Born in Queens, raised in Long Island and currently living in Manhattan, I have seen a lot of New York in my 18 years of life. Of course, being from Long Island, my mentality is that everything north of NYC is upstate. (Yes, you too Westchester.)
But we’re talking about New York City here. The songs you hear about this city don’t compare to actually stepping foot on the concrete. There is something about New York air that is different from anywhere else. The smell of roasted pecans along with hot, fresh pretzels makes your mouth water as you walk out of Penn Station. (Don’t forget the lovely sewer smell too!)
As you walk towards Times Square, the billboards catch your eye and the crowds of people keep passing. Walking through Times Square is something everyone should experience in their lifetime. From the street performers to the different tourist attractions, there is so much to do that you have to make a couple of trips to get it all done!
Besides Times Square, there are other places such as Bryant Park and Central Park along with so many beautiful museums! The trails and trees in Central Park throughout every season are an absolute must see. But if you’re not up for a morning jog, you can go to Bryant Park during the holidays and look through all of the fun and tasty holiday shops that will get you dipping into your wallet.
If you are looking to freshen up your Instagram, take some pictures of the Empire State Building, the Freedom Tower or St. Patrick’s Cathedral. You won’t even need a filter with these gorgeous buildings and their architecture.
Of course there is the Upper East and West sides, SoHo, Battery Park, the World Trade Center, Chelsea and so many more parts of New York that I could be here for hours describing each one. So you will just have to see them for yourself!
Living in this amazing city has really brought me closer to it and everything it has to offer. I am so proud to be a New Yorker and to call this beautiful city, home.
