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In the Butterfly garden across from the East Meadow there is a stump that precedes the construction of the Park. I believe it is old street signage. I always look at it while doing my loops.
At the top of the Shakespeare Garden is a rounded concrete bench know as the "Whispering Bench." Whisper into the granite, and your friend can at the other can hear you. Perfect place to ask for someone's hand!
Early mornings, before 9:00 am you can enjoy the friendly and fun world of dog owners and their dogs. Dogs are chasing balls/frisbees, walking and running off-leash, playing with each other, and just romping joyfully while their owners socialize in the greatest park in the best city!
Stand by the Delacorte clock to wait for it to chime. Say your wish silently three times while listening and all your dreams will come true :-)
The Ramble, especially the area near the bird-feeders is probably one of the very few places in Manhattan where the urban environment totally disappears. Your "companions" are squirrels forever hunting for...whatever, and birds. Then walk a bit further and the City reappears.
I would encourage birders and parkgoers alike to visit the The North Woods. NW of the Loch/Ravine. You have the High Meadow, the historic Blockhouse, The Lily Pond and roaming trails throughout. All great for migrant bird sightings and simple leisure walks.
The benches lining the West 86th St. entrance offer: great people watching and dog watching.
My favorite City views from the Park are looking south from either the north end of the Great Lawn or from the north end of the Reservoir.
When you’re lost in the woods…” every lamppost in the park has a number near the base. The first two digits tell you the nearest street. (Central Park stretches from 59th Street to 110th Street). The final two digits, the lamp's number in that series, indicate which side of the park you're in—even numbers mean east and odd mean west.” [From Google]
As long as you are still able to get on and off one of the moving "horses," treat yourself to not less than two consecutive rides on the Carousel.
Let yourself get lost in the North Woods. There's a lot of that area where you can't hear a single sound from the City. A true escape from the hustle and bustle.
