Manhattan Schist Outcropping in Central Park

New York City is the site of ancient earth-shaking and earth-shaping events. The island of Manhattan is built on strong metamorphic rock known as Manhattan Schist. In Central Park, outcrops of Manhattan Schist occur, such as the one shown above. It is also a popular site for visitors to relax and take selfies with the skyline in the background.

Jogging Trail Around the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir in Central Park

The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis reservoir is surrounded by a 1.58 mile jogging trail in Central Park. Many famous people have jogged here including former President Bill Clinton, Madonna and Jackie Onassis. The reservoir situated between 86th and 96th Street, and the main entrance to the reservoir is on Fifth Avenue and the 90th Street.

Sheep Meadow in Central Park

Sheep Meadow in Central Park, April 12, 2014.

Early Spring by the Lake in Central Park

A relaxing scene by the Lake in Central Park with the San Remo in the background.

Olaf Breuning and the Public Art Fund's "Clouds" in Central Park

Olaf Breuning, in conjunction with the Public Art Fund recently unveiled his art installation called "Clouds" in Central Park at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Sixtieth Street. The installation consists of bright blue aluminum clouds held aloft by 35-foot-tall steel supports. 

Iconic Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides in Central Park

Horse-drawn carriage rides have become a big part of the Central Park experience for many tourists. Although the industry is monitored by the ASPCA, Health Department, Mounted Police division of the NYPD, Department of Consumer Affairs and the Parks Department, newly elected New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio thinks the horse-drawn carriages should be banned and replaced with antique-style electric cars. 

Winter Wedding

Central Park and Grand Central Terminal are two of the most popular sites for wedding photography in the city. 

Snowy Central Park

The first significant snowstorm hit the New York City area yesterday. Snow fell consistently across the five boroughs all day with accumulation of about three to six inches of snow across the city. Here are some images captured yesterday afternoon in Central Park.

Central Park Autumn Scene

This image was made in Central Park last weekend. The photo was processed with Aviary soft focus.

Pumpkin Patch in Central Park

Pumpkin Festival, an annual celebration of the fall harvest season took place today in Central Park. The event featured a pumpkin patch, where kids can take home their own sugar pumpkin, live Quidditch matches, a SYFY Channel pumpkin decorating zone, marionette performances, walkabout characters, arts and crafts and haunted house at Bethesda Fountain.

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Fall Blooms and Foliage

New York City may not be the best place to see spectacular autumn leaves, but there are some spots around the city where fall colors are alive in mid-October. The photos of the trees  were taken in Central Park near the Bethesda Terrace while images of the colorful flower beds (mums) were made on Park Avenue. 

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir in Central Park

Officially named the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir in 1994, the Reservoir is famed for the 1.58 track that encircles the 106-acre body of water. This favorite jogging spot of Jackie O, Bill Clinton, and a number of other influential people covers approximately 1/8th of the Park and hold over a billion gallons of water. When the Reservoir was built in 1862, its original purpose was to provide clean water for the city. While this function is not carried out today, the Reservoir does distribute water to other Central Park locations, such as the Pool, the Loch, and the Harlem Meer. From its 86th street location, the Reservoir offers runners one of the best views of the city skyline, and allows birdwatchers a great location in which to spot herons, egrets, coots, and loons. (information from the Central Park website).

Photo Shoot in Bethesda Terrace in Central Park

Bethesda Terrace's two sets of stairs afford visitors great views of the Lake, the fountain, and the Ramble in the distance. They have also served as sets in photo shoots like this one, as well as films.

Outdoor Physical Fitness Classes

During the summer months, there are numerous organized outdoor physical fitness classes in the city for those who cant's bear being inside on the treadmill or in some basement. Some of these classes take place in Central Park as shown above. Time Out New York lists some of the best outdoor fitness classes in New York City.