sunny day
rain view
pretty sunset
說到紐約的私人景點，我忽然想起了位於皇后區的長島市的 Gantry Plaza 州立公園，這個公園沿著曼哈頓的 East River 而建成，算是曼哈頓大橋之外，另一個非常適合觀賞曼哈頓天際線的地方。
這個公園的交通也非常方便，只要乘坐地鐵到達 Vernon Boulevard-Jackson Avenue 站或 Long Island City 站，出口後走一小段路就可輕鬆到達。
除了因為曼哈頓天際線而對這座公園印象深刻外，第一次拜訪它時，因為距離很近，所以想著參觀一下，可惜天空不做美，當時是陰天，等我到達後，更是下起了綿綿細雨。
但抱著來都來了的心態，我還是在無人的公園了逛了一小圈，雖然對面的景色灰濛濛的什麼也看不見，但是整個公園氣氛還是很唯美的。
由於錯過了公園美景，在要離開紐約之前，我特意挑個晴空萬里的天氣，第二次前往該公園，這次在藍天和明亮的太陽襯托下，不但飽覽了美麗的曼哈頓天際線，連河中蔚藍也清晰可見，不過照片裡似乎沒拍出來，哈哈。
因為天氣怡人加上風景優美，我索性坐在公園座椅上等待落日，周圍有很多人在遛狗與野餐，以及無數的鴿子在飛翔，也算是順便感受下生活中的悠閒，看到日落的那一剎那，內心還是非常感動的，雖然日落不像電視電影中那般五顏六色，但是依舊美麗。
不知道還有沒有機會再次前往，但還是覺得很幸運自己可以拜訪美麗的公園，留住無法忘懷的美景。
When it comes to private attractions in New York, Gantry Plaza State Park in Long Island City, Queens, comes to mind. This park, built along the East River facing Manhattan, is another fantastic spot to enjoy the Manhattan skyline, aside from places like the Manhattan Bridge.
The park is very accessible via public transportation. You just need to take the subway to the Vernon Boulevard–Jackson Avenue station or the Long Island City station, and after a short walk from the exit, you’ll arrive with ease.
My first visit to this park left a strong impression on me because of its view of the Manhattan skyline. However, the weather wasn’t on my side that day. It was cloudy when I decided to visit since it was close by, and unfortunately, by the time I arrived, a light drizzle had started. Still, with the mindset of “I’m already here,” I strolled through the park, which was completely empty. Though the scenery across the river was shrouded in a gray haze, the atmosphere of the park itself was quite poetic and serene.
Since I kind of missed out on the park's true beauty during my first visit, I went back on a sunny day before leaving New York. This time, under a bright blue sky and radiant sunlight, I not only enjoyed the stunning Manhattan skyline but also caught a clear view of the river’s vibrant blue, though the photos didn’t quite capture its full beauty.
With the lovely weather and gorgeous scenery, I decided to sit on a park bench and wait for the sunset. Around me, many people were walking their dogs and having picnics, while countless pigeons soared through the air. It was a great opportunity to experience the leisurely side of life.
When the sun finally set, I was deeply moved by that moment. Although the sunset wasn’t as vividly colorful as what you’d see in movies, it was still breathtakingly beautiful.
I’m not sure if I’ll ever have the chance to visit again, but I still feel incredibly fortunate to have experienced this beautiful park and its unforgettable scenery.
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