A masterpiece of Beaux-Arts architecture, Grand Central Terminal is one of New York City’s most beloved landmarks. The Vanderbilt family financed its orginal construction, establishing the transportation hub that later became known as Grand Central. It features Tennessee pink marble and extensive oak-leaf and acorn motifs, the family crests of the Vanderbily family.
Lovingly restored in the late 20th century, Grand Central today is both a showcase of timeless elegance and bustling transportation hub connecting travelers to Metro North, The Long Island Railroad as well as the 4, 5, 6, 7 and S trains on the subway. Its vast concourse boasts a 125-foot ceiling painting with constellations, while its grand facade features a clock and sculptures of Roman deities. The Iconic four-faced brass and opalescent glass clock on top of the information booth is valued at approximately $20 million. The arched ceilings create unique acoustics that allow you to whisper a message to someone across the chamber.
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