This New York City view juxtaposes old and modern architecture with two iconic towers: a Gothic-style clock and a Manhattan skyscraper. From the movement of the people on the street, to a vantage point of the tallest building in the city, this photo provides depth and scale in one single frame.
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N40° 44' 09.6072"W73° 59' 52.1772"
This image is of the Freedom Tower and Jefferson Market Library Clock Tower in the West Village. I stood in the crosswalk between 6th Ave and 12th Street, facing south on 6th Avenue.
By Subway:
- Closest Station: 14 Street (F or M Train)
- Turn right on 6th Ave
- Walk south until you reach the intersection of 6th Ave and 12th Street
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