Central Park (The Lake)
Enjoy a peaceful moment by the water.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:39
Welcome to the heart of Manhattan. I am your curator and storyteller for today. …
Listen in the app2Bethesda Terrace and Fountain: The Waters of Healing2:51
As you approach Bethesda Terrace, you are entering what many consider the spiritual soul of Central Park. Look toward the center of the fountain at the magnificent bronze figure rising above the water. …
Listen in the app3Loeb Boathouse: Romance and Restoration on the Lake2:36
Following the eastern shore of the lake, we find the iconic Loeb Boathouse. For over one hundred and sixty years, boating has been one of the most beloved activities in Central Park, offering a unique perspective of the landscape…
Listen in the app4Bow Bridge: An Elegant Curve Connecting Two Worlds2:36
Now we arrive at perhaps the most photographed spot in all of Central Park, the Bow Bridge. Named for its graceful shape that resembles a violinists bow, this eighty seven foot long masterpiece is the longest cast iron bridge in…
Listen in the app5The Ramble and The Gill: An Artfully Crafted Wilderness2:38
Welcome to the Ramble, a thirty eight acre woodland that is often called the Wild Garden. As you wander through these winding, hilly paths, it is easy to forget that you are in the middle of one of the most densely populated…
Listen in the app6Hernshead and Ladies' Pavilion: Stories of the West Shore2:39
As we continue along the western shore of the lake, we encounter a rugged rock outcrop known as Hernshead. If you look closely at its shape from across the water, you might see why it was given this name. …
Listen in the app7Cherry Hill: Spring Blossoms and High Society2:28
As we make our way back toward the southern end of the lake, we climb the gentle slope of Cherry Hill. If you are here in mid April, you will find yourself in a pink and white wonderland, surrounded by the blossoms of Yoshino…
Listen in the app8Closing2:02
Our journey around the lake has brought us back to where we started, but perhaps with a deeper understanding of why this place exists. In recent years, during the global pandemic, New Yorkers rediscovered the park as a vital…
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What is Central Park (The Lake)?
Central Park (The Lake) is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Content |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 20 min 29 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 40.7766, -73.9716 |
| Last updated |
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