Tuesday, June 12, 2018

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Central Park is one of the must visit places when in NY. At 62nd street in Central Park you'll find a beautiful schist bridge offering one of the best views of the New York City skyline, known as the Gapstow Bridge. 

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Situated at the northeast end of the Pond, this bridge was initially built in 1874 and designed by Jacob Wrey Mould. Mould's design would prove itself unable to stand against the elements, however, and his lovely but delicate wooden bridge with cast iron railings was soon replaced due to wear.
The stone replacement that stands in Central Park today was constructed in 1896, based off of the design by Howard & Caudwell. Covered with leaves and foliage in summer while being dusted with snow in winter, the Gapstow Bridge offers a moment of tranquil beauty in any season. - inhttps://www.centralpark.com/things-to-do/attractions/gapstow-bridge/

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