Olafur Eliasson's New York City Waterfalls

The waterfalls have arrived in New York City, and they're a sight to behold. This summer the artist Olafur Eliasson is using the city's abundant water resources as a canvas for a project called The New York City Waterfalls, which involves the creation of four enormous waterfalls strategically positioned along the East River and New York Harbor. Powerful yet environmentally-advanced pumps unleash a torrent of water from more than 100 feet in the air, which crashes into the river and harbor in a spectacle of sight and sound. Visitors can enjoy great views of the waterfalls from both Brooklyn and Manhattan, but the best vantage point might be right in between the two. That's right, take a stroll across the pedestrian promenade of the Brooklyn Bridge and take in the falls and the city in all its artistry. The New York experience just doesn't get any better than that. The waterfalls are in operation from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. through October 13. Starwood has hotels throughout the city, including the W New York - Union Square, the St. Regis New York, and the Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers.

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Thanks, Victor, for this tip. We were in NYC for the 4th of July weekend and got to see all 4 of these things. An interesting addition to the summer cityscape along the East River. Oh, and great big "kudos" to the City and, of course, to Macy's for the fantastic fireworks this year, despite the rain.
BTW, if at all possible, see these waterfalls at night. The lights from the city and the reflections off the falls offer some great after dinner change of pace as you ponder the fact that you just blew $200.00 on a mediocre dinner. LOL!

Posted by daddy
July 9, 2008 1:06 PM

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