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The High Line is a public park built on a historic freight rail line elevated above the streets on Manhattan’s West Side. It runs from Gansevoort Street in the Meatpacking District to West 34th Street, between 10th and 12th Avenues.
The High Line is a public park built on a historic freight rail line elevated above the streets on Manhattan’s West Side. Saved from demolition by neighborhood residents and the City of New York, the High Line opened in 2009 as a hybrid public space where visitors experience nature, art, and design.
It’s a public space where you can view art, walk through gardens, experience a performance, savor delicious food, or just connect with friends and neighbors—while enjoying a unique perspective of the city.
Built on a historic, elevated freight line, the High Line has become a world-renowned inspiration for how cities can transform industrial infrastructure into beautiful, hybrid public spaces.
The High Line, an elevated oasis in Manhattan, seamlessly blends architecture and nature. Repurposed from a railway track, it's a testament to ingenious design. Lush greenery, art installations, and striking cityscape views create a harmonious urban escape. A must-visit for architecture enthusiasts, it's a living example of how city spaces can be transformed into innovative, green environments. The High Line in New York City was designed by the architecture firm Diller Scofidio + Renfro, in collaboration with landscape architects James Corner Field Operations. `They set a new standard for urban revitalization projects worldwide and have received numerous awards and accolades for their creative and sustainable approach to urban design.
In our story we explore how urban farming is gaining ground on rooftops and community gardens in cities across the globe. The High Line is in many ways an example in creating community-driven green space as it views it one of the most vital elements of city life and participates in various community parks initiatives.
