New York City is known as the "Big Apple", though the exact origin of this nickname is unknown. Some theories suggest it stemmed from sales of apples during the Depression or jazz musicians referring to jobs in New York. The document then lists and describes 10 top sights to visit in New York City, including the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Central Park, and museums. It provides details about each landmark, such as the Statue of Liberty commemorating immigration and the American Museum of Natural History hosting changing exhibits.

1. The Big AppleBy Leonard Walker

2. definitionNew york is known as the big appleNo one knows the exact reason why the city is known as the big appleSome arguments are that:1) during the 1930’s depression some well of financiers had to sell apples to make ends meet. This came to be known as the “Big apple” scam of New York, since apples have always been apart of New York’s economy the name stuck.2) jazz musicians would refer to getting a job in New York as playing the Big Apple, and the term filtered into the general vocabulary.

3. TOP 10 SIGHTS TO VISIT IN NYC1)The Empire state 2)Statue of Liberty3)Grand Central Station4)Rockefellar center5)Ellis Island Immigration museum6)Staten Island Ferry7)American Museum of Natural History8)Central park9)Metro Politian Museum of Art10) the Museum of Modern Art

4. Empire stateIf you want to have an exotic view of the city you can check out the view of the city form atop the empire state building.

5. Statue of LibertyThe Statue of Liberty was a gift to the United States in honor of the friendship established during the French Revolution. The Statue of Liberty has become an American symbol of freedom and welcome to the immigrants who come to the USA looking for a better life.

6. Grand Central StationRenovations since its opening in 1913 have turned Grand Central into more than just a hub for transportation. There are shops, dining and more available to visitors.There are group tours available, as well as free tours for individuals.

7. Rockefella CenterThe Rockefeller Center in midtown Manhattan, is known for its Christmas tree, ice skating, Top of the Rock Observation Deck, Radio City Music Hall and numerous shopping and dining opportunities. Rockefeller Center is a great destination for visitors any time of year.

8. Ellis Island Immigration Museum The Ellis Island Immigration Museum offers visitors a fascinating look into the immigrant experience. Interactive exhibits, walking tours and movies reveal the hardships and challenges faced by immigrants passing through Ellis Island.

9. Staten Island Ferry The Staten Island Ferry is a free ferry from lower Manhattan to Staten Island, used by commuters and tourists wanting a view of the harbor and the Statue of Liberty.

10. American Museum of Natural History open to the public in 1869In addition to the Rose Center planetarium and regular exhibits, the American Museum of Natural History hosts a revolving series of new exhibits, so there is always something new to see.

11. Central ParkCentral Park has offered a welcome escape from the concrete jungle of New York City for over 150 years.Take a walk, a boat ride or just enjoy a picnic in Central Park and discover for yourself why Central Park is so popular.

12. Metropolitan Museum of artOver 2 million works of art from around the world and throughout history are housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is an iconic art museum that is well worth a visit

13. The museum of modern artFounded in 1929 as the first museum dedicated entirely to contemporary art, the MoMA is host to an impressive collection of modern artistic efforts. From painting and sculpture to film and architecture, the Museum of Modern Art's diverse collection has something for everyone

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