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I have frequently heard people call New York City as the Big Apple. I always wanted to find out the reasons why people refer to New York City as the Big Apple. The origins of this simple yet famous moniker have been lost but some accounts trace the “Big Apple” expression to Depression era sidewalk apple vendors, a Harlem nightclub, and a popular 1930’s jitterbug-style dance known as the “Big Apple.”
Ever since the 1890’s, Broadway has reigned as the major theatrical center of the country with 40 theaters including 22 that are city landmarks. It was a treat to watch a Broadway show when I was visiting the city.
This worldly city has a global palate due to over 350 years of immigrant history. In addition to world-renowned restaurants, the city is famous for bagels, cheesecakes, New York-style pizza, and street vendors. I like New York-style pizza because of its puffy, bread-like outer crust with a very thin, crisp middle.
The National September 11 Memorial Complex is known as the 9/11 Museum & Memorial. The two historical landmarks pay tribute to those who perished during the terror attacks. The memorial’s twin reflecting pools sit in the footprints where the Twin Towers previously stood. The museum displays exhibitions and archival documents while conveying a spirit of hope and renewal.
New York City’s Chinatown is located on the lower east side of Manhattan. With a population estimated approximately 100,000 in its two square miles, it is the favored destination point for Chinese immigrants.
Chinese traders and sailors began coming into the United States in the mid-18th century. While this population was largely transient, small numbers stayed in New York City. It gradually grew into the area of New York City’s Chinatown.
When the immigration quota was raised in 1968, Chinese flooded into the country and Chinatown’s population increased quickly. The space there is a precious commodity.
Today’s Chinatown is a tightly packed yet sprawling neighborhood which continues to grow. New York City’s Chinatown offers tourists and local residents alike numerous restaurants, gift shops, booming fruit and fish markets on overcrowded streets. The Chinese restaurants not only offer the typical menu of chow mein, wontons, egg rolls, and chop suey, they also offer dumplings and fancy dishes such as Beijing duck with Chinese pancakes and hoysin sauce, and many other authentically prepared delicious dishes.
There was not enough time to wander through all the highlights along the streets and avenues of dynamic and inspiring New York City.
When I visit a place as a tourist, I try to go with a humble attitude and let my heart be moved by what I experience. Ultimately, it is not the place that is important; it is what I feel about the place that is lasting.
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