The Complete Illustrated Map and Guidebook to Central Park

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Sterling Publishing Company, Inc., 2008 - Sports & Recreation - 127 pages
Central Park: it’s New York City’s urban paradise, and this colorful guidebook documents every stunning inch of it. A detailed map covers all 843 acres, with icons pointing out the best photo sites, most important monuments and statues, locations of restaurants and public services, and many other features. The highlighted attractions include Belvedere Castle, the Wildlife Center & Zoo, and great bird watching spots, while a handy sports section offers comprehensive information on jogging, tennis, biking, and rowing. Plus, you’ll find leads on six walking tours, a seasonal flowering guide to the park’s plants and trees, and ideas for fun kids’ activities.
With over 100 full-color photographs, including a full illustrated history of the park, this outstanding volume is packed with fascinating facts about New York’s popular garden spot.

 

Contents

ENJOYING THE PARK
6
SOUTH QUADRANT
16
SOUTH CENTRAL QUADRANT
52
NORTH QUADRANT
94
SPORTS IN THE PARK
110
CALENDAR OF BLOOM TIMES
116
BRIDGES AND ARCHES
122
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