The High Line

Our last day in New York was a short day, with time for a little sight seeing in the morning, a late check-out, lunch, and then off to the airport. The High Line was only about a dozen blocks from our hotel, so we decided to walk over, and then walk the length of the park.

The High Line is an old elevated rail line down the west side of Manhattan, that has been converted into a park. It is quite interesting to see just how much variety can be included in what is actually a very small area. The long narrow space could have been a major handicap, but they have managed to use it to advantage.

The park includes trees…

… and flowers.

But just beyond the flowers you will typically have buildings.

Of course, the flowers attract bees, and butterflies.

One of the more interesting things about The High Line, at least for me, is that if offers an unusual perspective on the city.

It also provides a view of some very interesting buildings that you don’t usually see.

And of course, the city offers an interesting backdrop to the flowers in the park.

All along The High Line there are look-outs where you can stop and view the city.

… or the river.

We also came across a wedding party as we walked along. At first I thought they had come to the park for wedding photos, but on our way back I realized they were having the wedding in the park.

I have to assume that the champagne came later.