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A Tour of Central Park

On a short visit, a walking tour from 59th to
79th streets takes in some of Central Park’s 2. Strawberry Fields
loveliest features, from the dense, wooded One of the park’s most
visited spots, this
Ramble to the open formal spaces of peaceful area was
Bethesda Terrace. Along the way are created in memory
man-made lakes and more than 30 graceful of John Lennon,
bridges and arches that link around 68 miles who lived nearby.
(109 km) of footpaths, bridle paths, and roads
in the park. In summer the park is often
several degrees cooler than the city streets
around it, and thus is a favorite retreat.

5. Bethesda Fountain and Terrace
The richly ornamented formal terrace overlooks
the lake and the wooded shores of the Ramble.

Wollman Rink was restored
in the 1980s for future
generations of skaters by
Donald Trump. CENTR AL P ARK WEST

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1. The Dairy 6. Conservatory Water
This Victorian Gothic building houses one From March to November, this is the scene of
of the park’s visitor centers. Make it your first model boat races. Many of the tiny craft are stored
stop and pick up a calendar of park events. in the boathouse that adjoins the lake.

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