The High Line
We walked the High Line in New York City on Saturday. The High Line was constructed to convey freight trains through Manhattan from 1934 through 1980.
The structure was preserved and is now an elevated park. The current portion extends from Ganesvort Street (south of 14th Street) to 30th Street. It roughly parallels 10th Avenue and was built in two sections.
The High Line begins at the Meat Packing District and runs through West Chelsea and Hell’s Kitchen. A third section is planned that will extend over the rail yards and going toward 12th Avenue and ending at 34th Street.
View of a Street from the High Line
It consists of a boardwalk that meanders through buildings and neighborhoods with landscaping and friendly places to sit. There are vendors and displays intertwined with people having their lunch and actors producing an impromptu performance. There are periodic stairways and elevators to provide easy access. On the street level at the stairs are “beer gardens”, food carts, and even a roller skating rink.
More information can be obtained at the High Line website.