The City of Dreams - and much more

New York is a vibrant city. As you probably have heard, it never sleeps. And as Frank said repeatedly, "If you can make it here, you can make it anywhere."

It's a concrete jungle where dreams are made. More than 8.5 million people worldwide call the Big Apple home, and another 65 million or so (in 2024) visit it every year. That happens for a good reason: no matter what you love or your interests– art, food, architecture, photography, shopping, sightseeing, theater, music, romance, adventure, exploration – New York is where you can find it all and much more. It's a new surprise on every corner, every day. Just have your eyes and sensibility open. In New Yor,k you can learn something new daily.

One of the biggest challenges for New Yorkers is trying to get out of the so-called "busy trap" (you know, all that 'so busy,' 'crazy busy' stuff) and rediscover the city with fresh eyes. And if you can make it here, you will feel like a newborn. So, why not give it a try?

In this section, you will find stories, videos, short films, and tips to enjoy New York City to the fullest, like a resident with fresh eyes.

Stories of New York

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The Best Spot to Photograph Manhattan Skyline – from Queens

The Best Spot to Photograph Manhattan Skyline – from Queens

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The Best Spot to Photograph Manhattan Skyline – from New Jersey

The Best Spot to Photograph Manhattan Skyline – from New Jersey

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The Best Spot to Photograph Manhattan Skyline – From Brooklyn

The Best Spot to Photograph Manhattan Skyline – From Brooklyn

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Top 10 Secrets of the Chrysler Building

Top 10 Secrets of the Chrysler Building

Everybody and everything has its secrets...

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Why Wall Street is called Wall Street

Why Wall Street is called Wall Street

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The Statue of Liberty and its secret stories

The Statue of Liberty and its secret stories

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The secrets of the heart of New York

The secrets of the heart of New York

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10 Top Secrets of the Flatiron Building

10 Top Secrets of the Flatiron Building

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NYC's Iconic Yellow Cabs: Taxi Memories

NYC's Iconic Yellow Cabs: Taxi Memories

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NYPD Historic Cars

NYPD Historic Cars

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The Legendary Studio 54

The Legendary Studio 54

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United York City of Nations

United York City of Nations

An international effort to, hopefully, find peace one day.

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A Toast to The Oldest Building in New York City

A Toast to The Oldest Building in New York City

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The Epic History of the Wall Street Bull

The Epic History of the Wall Street Bull

This. Is. Epic. Period.

10 Top Secrets of the Empire State Building

10 Top Secrets of the Empire State Building

Ah, this iconic American cultural icon keeps so many secrets within its walls...

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7 Wonderful Reasons For Falling In Love With Queens

7 Wonderful Reasons For Falling In Love With Queens

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Tour of New York Back in the 2000s

Tour of New York Back in the 2000s

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Tour of New York Back in the 1990s

Tour of New York Back in the 1990s

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Tour of New York Back in the 1980s

Tour of New York Back in the 1980s

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Tour of New York Back in the 1970s

Tour of New York Back in the 1970s

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