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Statue of Liberty
๐๏ธ Gift of friendship from France
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Essential travel information
๐๏ธ Gift of friendship from France
Key highlights
- Construction and Dedication: Authorized by the U.S. Congress in 1877, construction began in France in 1875 and was completed in 1884. The statue was dedicated on October 28, 1886.
- Symbolism of Liberty: Designed by Frรฉdรฉric Auguste Bartholdi, its torch symbolizes enlightenment, the tablet in her hand represents the law, and the broken chains at her feet signify the abolition ofโฆ
Suggested route
- 1. Liberty State Park Ferry Terminal
- 2. Statue of Liberty Pedestal and Grounds
- 3. Statue of Liberty Crown (Advance Reservations Required)
- 4. Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
- 5. Return Ferry Terminal
Audio tour chapters
Statue of Liberty Entrance
Standing proudly in New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty is a monumental copper sculpture that has come to embody the very ideals of freedom and democracy for millions worldwide. Its very presence signifies aโฆ
Statue of Liberty Pedestal
The pedestal, a monumental base designed by American architect Richard Morris Hunt, provides the crucial foundation for the Statue of Liberty, elevating her to her commanding height. Completed in 1886, it isโฆ
Statue of Liberty Crown
The crown of the Statue of Liberty, a remarkable feat of engineering and design, offers a breathtaking panoramic view of New York Harbor and the surrounding cityscape. Access to the crown involves a climb of 354 stepsโฆ
Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
Ellis Island served as the primary immigration station for the United States from 1892 to 1954, processing approximately 12 million immigrants. Today, the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration stands as aโฆ
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- Liberty State Park Ferry Terminal โ Statue of Liberty Pedestal and Grounds โ Statue of Liberty Crown (Advance Reservations Required) โ Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration