New York City, NY

Finally, at the end of the trip we arrived in New York city.  Coincidentally, we arrived on the very day that they discovered the car bomb in Times Square.  I took photos of various places around the city, which I will post here, but for some of the more specific points, I will create separate postings.

The city itself is beautiful and familiar, familiar even though I have no recollection of my first visit to the city when I was 3 years old.  Many of our movies were filmed in this landmark city, and I recognize the tall skyscraper buildings.  New Yorkers are friendly, more than once I received directions from a helpful Subway rider without actually asking for directions.  They seem to know when tourists need a hand and gladly point out which way we should be going.

The following pictures are taken from Herald Square, China Town, and various places throughout the city.  You’ll be able to see the famous Empire State Building, Policemen on horseback, the Confucius building, Staten Island ferry, Battery Park, a hot dog cart, and a very ragged looking pigeon.