The bridge was inaugurated on May 24, 1883, with a grand celebration.
It took 14 years to build and cost $15 million at the time.
As a curiosity, to prove it was stable, 21 elephants crossed on May 17, 1884.
Brooklyn Heights Promenade is also known as the Esplanade. This walk is very popular because it has a magnificent view of Manhattan. It is about 600 meters long.
The garden has 21 hectares (52 acres) and more than 12,000 varieties of plants.
Be sure to visit the Japanese garden and its pond; it is beautiful. It has been recently restored, so a visit is highly recommended.
Coney Island is located in the southern part of Brooklyn, facing the Atlantic Ocean. During the 20th century, it became an amusement park area with 5.5 kilometers of sandy beaches.
– BAM - visit the Music Academy.
– Dekalb Market - ideal for food lovers.
– Barclay’s Center is the home of the Brooklyn Nets.
– Masstransiscope - sequences of drawings and/or photographs to show the movement used in pre-film animations.
– Junior’s Cheesecake - probably the best cheesecake in the world.
The quintessential and most famous street art district is Bushwick. This neighborhood is home to a living, breathing outdoor gallery featuring street art in Brooklyn for artists worldwide.