Grand Central Terminal in New York

Grand Central Terminal – NYC

Grand Central Terminal in New York City

Grand Central Terminal in New York City

Ever since I came as a tourist to New York, Grand Central Terminal made the impression on me. The combination of the history of trains being the backbone in the dicovery of the USA, combined with the memory of the men who made New York City to the city it is today, make it my favorite symbol of the big apple.

Since I became a tourguide for Be NY, I had the chance to bring so many tourists to this incredible location.

When mister Vanderbilt had obtained the quasi monopoly of the trains, he needed a place to centralise his new toys. Boys and toys, the rich version… And he ordered Grand Central Terminal to be built in the center of Manhattan.

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  • Koen Blanquart

    Koen Blanquart is a Belgian sailor, traveler, and writer based in Antwerp. He has lived and worked across the US, Central America, and Europe, and still moves around more than is strictly necessary. When not on land, he can be found aboard S/V Bagabonda, his 14m Amel Santorin. He writes about the places he goes, the people he meets, and what happens when you pay attention. His professional work lives at koenblanquart.com.

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