I have travelled many times by plane. Not yet with a helicopter, but after I went up to the highest building in North America, I feel it’s almost same. One World Trade Center is located in Manhattan, NYC, in the same area where the World Trade Center twins were destroyed in the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
The opening for the public was on 29 May 2015. In NYC the weather changes often, so check the forecast several times when you want to visit One World Trade Center. Otherwise, you risk seeing only clouds. A ticket for an adult costs US$32 and the easiest way is to buy it online. Print the ticket people and show up at the time stated for entrance. The price is not cheap, but the whole experience is worth every penny.
In less than a minute you’re up in One World Observatory
The time you spend in the elevator up to the top takes less than a minute. The elevator has screens on all four sides and shows an animated time-lapse that recreates New York City’s skyline development from the 1500s to today. The images give you the feeling that you go up somewhere outside the building and, trust me, the sensation is unique and unforgettable! Those who feel dizzy or are afraid of heights are advised to close their eyes. However, you arrive very quickly at One World Observatory.
All the visitors are invited to watch a video presentation with pictures of the famous Big Apple and the One World Trade Center construction. And when you least expect it, an incredible view is shown before your eyes. For me, this had a goosebumps effect. And then, in the next two hours I spent on the 102nd floor, time seemed to have stood still. I enjoyed the fabulous view and took as many pictures as possible.
The Wi-Fi is free so that you can share pictures in real-time with your family and friends.
Photo credit: Corina Stoicescu
