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" The Upper Manhattan neighborhood of New York City also includes the neighborhoods of Harlem and Washington Heights and is often referred to as Uptown New York City. It is primarily residential but there are a number of attractions here. "
Some of the many major attractions in Upper Manhattan include

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Apollo Theater
253 West 125th Street, New York City, New York
The Apollo Theater, located in Harlem, New York City, stands as an iconic cultural institution renowned for its historic significance in African American entertainment. Since its opening in 1914, the Apollo has hosted legendary performers, including Ella Fitzgerald and James Brown. Celebrated for its Amateur Night and showcasing diverse talents, the Apollo continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of American music and entertainment.
Columbia University
116th Street and Broadway, New York City, New York
Riverside Church
490 Riverside Drive, New York City, New York
Studio Museum in Harlem
144 West 125th Street, New York City, New York
The Cloisters
99 Margaret Corbin Drive, New York City, New York
The Cloisters, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, transports visitors to medieval Europe. Nestled in Fort Tryon Park, this museum showcases a remarkable collection of medieval art, architecture, and gardens. Designed to resemble a European monastery, The Cloisters offers a serene escape, featuring illuminated manuscripts, sculptures, and artifacts that capture the essence of medieval craftsmanship and spirituality.
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The Cloisters
The Cloisters, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, transports visitors to medieval Europe. Nestled in Fort Tryon Park, this museum showcases a remarkable collection of medieval art, architecture, and gardens. Designed to resemble a European monastery, The Cloisters offers a serene escape, featuring illuminated manuscripts, sculptures, and artifacts that capture the essence of medieval craftsmanship and spirituality.
Featured Attraction
Columbia University
Featured Attraction
Apollo Theater
The Apollo Theater, located in Harlem, New York City, stands as an iconic cultural institution renowned for its historic significance in African American entertainment. Since its opening in 1914, the Apollo has hosted legendary performers, including Ella Fitzgerald and James Brown. Celebrated for its Amateur Night and showcasing diverse talents, the Apollo continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of American music and entertainment.
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