Fai Quan
formerly known as "Prosaic Traveller"
New York NY (14) – Chelsea
Unfortunately I did not get enough photos of one of my favourite neighbourhoods in New York. Chelsea sits on the West Side of Manhattan between 14th and 30th streets with the Hudson River on the west and 6th/7th Avenue on the east.
In 2012, we accidentally came across the area in our attempt to tour High Line Park. Since the Park was closed due to Hurricane Sandy, we ventured through the streets and came across Chelsea.
Chelsea Park – a running/walking track around the soccer field
Chelsea Park – soccer players warming up before the game
The painted side of a school
We had a great breakfast at this restaurant. Family owned service at its’ best.
The Moonstruck Cafe is located directly across from the Chelsea Restaurant. I took this shot while having my breakfast at the Chelsea Restaurant.
Many cities (including the one I live in) should use the example set by New York for bike lanes. These lanes are located everywhere.
Bikers taking advantage of the great lanes. Friendly New Yorkers stop at a red light for a chat.
Modern and old architecture is evident in Chelsea
A cool way of adding creativity to the side of a building
Hotel Chelsea was once used as a long-term residence for many in the creative arts field – Stanley Kubrick, Bob Dylan, Dennis Hopper, Jane Fonda, Joni Mitchell, etc.
New York NY (13) – Pier 84
At the end of 44th Street, westside of Manhattan lies Pier 84. From the park-like setting, I captured the views from the end of this pier.
The New York Water Taxi heading out for a tour of the southwest side of Manhattan.
The banks of New Jersey
Looking north at the George Washington Bridge
A variety of water vessels
The Intrepid
The Intrepid
Union City, New Jersey
The end of the pier has park-like setting and includes a dog park.
Looking towards Pier 86 from 12th Avenue
The running, walking and biking path along 12th Avenue
New York NY (12) – The Dangling Crane
In late October 2012, upper east coast USA was hammered by Hurricane Sandy leaving in its’ wake, destruction that after a year it is still trying to recover. One such damage became a center of attention. The “Dangling Crane”, as it became known, was located in Midtown at 57th and 9th. I was in New York approximately a week after the Hurricane and wandered over to see the curiosity.
A one block radius surrounding the building was blocked off. This is the view looking north 7th Avenue…desolate and cautious.
Doing a 180, this is the view looking south on 7th Avenue…hustle and bustle.
New York NY (11) – Grand Central
Grand Central Station, located at Park Avenue and 42nd Street, is the largest facility that is home to 44 platforms and 67 tracks on two levels.
I not only found this terminal an architectural fascination, it also has the best desserts around. It’s great to sit in the dining concourse, have a delicious piece of coconut cake with an espresso and watch the people.
Along with the Chrysler Building
The hustle and bustle of tourists and commuters.
Lacking in seating, a traveller finds rest any way she can.
The main clock in the center of it all
Paintings of the constellation on the ceiling of the Main Concourse is backwards. The zodiac was intended to be viewed from a divine perspective as oppose to a human perspective.
Beautiful
Even the light fixtures has character and elegance
End of the day trash waiting to be picked up
Evening dessert, a cup of espresso and people
New York NY (10) – High Line Park
High Line Park runs along the west side of Manhattan from Gansevoort Street to 34th Street between 10th and 11th Avenue. It is a public park that is built on an historic rail line that is elevated above the streets.
These are some of the views from the Park.
On the corner of 10th Avenue and 18th Street. I love the contrast of colours and architecture.
A great use of space for public parking. I was unable to catch the system in action. It would have been quite educational.
Incredible artwork on the side of a building that is home to “Auto Designs”
And some artwork should remain to be unseen
Modern buildings sit right up to he park.
A decorative balcony space
Window dressing
London Terrace Gardens
The London Terrace Gardens. One of the largest apartment/condo complexes in New York. This Chelsea Area building has updated condos for rent or purchase. The last time I looked, they had a 5 bedroom condo available for purchase at around Six Million.
More colourful buildings
I love the advertisement on the side of the building. I believe that is a golf driving range in the distance.
Where once a Pier existed
I saw this hanging from the stairwell upon our departure. I thought it was really neat.
New York NY (9) – The Village
I was always curious about Bleecker Street, especially growing up with the song by Simon and Garfunkel.
Small shops along MacDougal
Heading to the dog park at Washington Square
NYU is located in the Village. An interesting campus, where the buildings are intermingled within the city streets. The only way you could tell what was NYU was from the purple flags.
NYU
New York Studio School – For the aspiring artist
Greenery on balconies
…and rooftops
New York NY (8) – Cathedral of Saint John the Divine
The Cathedral of Saint John the Divine is located at 1047 Amsterdam Avenue. Another incident where we stumbled across it by accident on our way to the orange line from Riverside Park.
The front facade of the cathedral is an example of 13th century High Gothic style.
The south side of the church
A quaint sitting area in a park-like setting located on the grounds to the south
A closer look at the beautiful architecture
Details in abundance
Figures of saints carved into exterior columns
One of two sets of bronze doors in the entrance. They present scenes from the Old and New Testatments and the Apocalypse.
The longest gothic nave in the United States at 230 feet
Passageway running alongside the nave.
Sitting for the Choir at the front of the altar
The Great Organ was built by E.M. Skinner in 1911 and currently valued at over eight million dollars. We were fortunate to be there during a practice. The sounds were absolutely spectacular.
The narrow circular stairway to the organ is single person wide.
Looking towards the front of the Cathedral from the altar
A closer look at the stain-glass windows above the entrance doors.
And more gorgeous stain-glass windows alongside marble columns
And more columns
New York NY (7) – New York Yankees
The following photos were from a Yankee and White Sox game in 2011. The spanking new stadium was something to behold. Much to the chagrin of my daughter, I have always been a Yankee fan. However, I must admit that deep down inside, if I had to choose between the Jays and the Yankees, I would have to go with the Jays.
Inside the stadium before game time
Inside one of the many large entranceways
Banners along the wall
The press box
Way up in the nosebleed area. Fortunately, my seats were down by the third base line.
I made my way back up to the top to get another shot of the full stadium at night. It was a breezy evening so I didn’t linger long for fear of falling down the steep stairs.
New York NY (6) – Brooklyn
The Brooklyn borough is located across the East River of Manhattan’s southeast corner.
I’m pretty sure there exists thousands of photos of this exact same view all over the world.
Watching the traffic below
The Fulton Mall at Lawrence Street
Brooklyn Borough Hall
St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church on Montague and Clinton
Brooklyn promenade
A beautiful apartment residence along the Brooklyn promenade
The Brooklyn Bridge with the Manhattan Bridge in the background
Downtown Brooklyn from Manhattan
The Brooklyn Bridge from Seaport Village
New York NY (5) – Bryant Park
In 2012, we came across Bryant Park, by accident, on our way from our hotel to the Javits Centre. Our time was limited so I could only snap a couple of photos. I vowed to return and get more familiar with this gorgeous park. Here are the sights I captured in 2012 and on my return in 2013.
The small and classy buildings are homes to vendors selling their unique wares.
A carousel for the young at heart.
A skating rink for all ages
Table tennis for those who love a small challenge
Trees, pathways and sitting areas everywhere. I could have sat there all day and enjoyed the environment.
My view as I ate my delicious hot dog in a pretzel bun
Bryant Park Grill (foreground) and the New York Public Library (background)
Bryant Park Hotel is located across the street from the south side of the park. This 4-star hotel looks like a grand place to stay.
Fai Quan 