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A New York City Landmark Makes A Comeback
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Sep 11, 2005, 23:30

(NAPSI)-There will soon be a new way to see the sights of Manhattan. Known throughout the world as the home of The World's Most Famous Christmas Tree, Rockefeller Center is adding yet another reason for people across the globe to visit this destination spot.

On November 1st, the much-anticipated Top of the Rock observation deck will reopen to the public for the first time in almost two decades. The observation deck, to be permanently situated atop 30 Rockefeller Plaza, will include three renovated lower levels and three renovated upper levels housed in the 70-story heart of Rockefeller Center.

It will allow completely unobstructed open-air views encompassing some of the city's most prominent landmarks, from the Chrysler Building and the Statue of Liberty to all of Central Park and the Hudson and East Rivers.

The centerpiece of the project lies with the reopening of the observatory some 850 feet above the sidewalk on the 67th-70th floors.

The observation deck was first opened to the public in 1933. Now fully revitalized by Tishman Speyer, the co-owners of Rockefeller Center, it will present an incomparable place from which to understand and celebrate New York City.

Beginning September 1st, those thinking of visiting Top of the Rock will be able to purchase their tickets via the Internet using a unique online time-ticketing system that allows them to reserve the exact date and time of their desired visit in advance.

This reserved time-ticket was developed specifically for Top of the Rock to reduce long lines and waiting times.

In addition to the reserved-time ticketing system, the Top of the Rock will offer such state-of-the-art attractions as multi-media exhibits about the history of Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall and NBC; a sky shuttle elevator to the observatory that serves as a time capsule; a completely indoor viewing area; and transparent safety glass panels to ensure optimum views.

Top of the Rock will be open daily from 8:30 AM to midnight. The sky shuttle will make a final run at 11 PM each night.

Those interested in visiting Top of the Rock can reserve their visits starting September 1st via the Web site www.topoftherocknyc.com or by calling 877-NYC-ROCK (877-692-7625) or 212-698-2000.

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