Battery Park City, Residential district in Lower Manhattan, US
Battery Park City is a residential district on reclaimed land along the Hudson River in Lower Manhattan, covering roughly 92 acres (37 hectares). Glass and concrete high-rises stand along tiered waterfront promenades punctuated by lawns, playgrounds, and seating areas overlooking the river.
The area arose in the 1970s through landfill from the construction of the World Trade Center, replacing former docks and shipping piers. The first residential buildings opened in the mid-1980s, bringing permanent residents to a previously industrial waterfront.
The northern waterfront paths draw joggers and cyclists, while the southern green spaces host families with children and picnic groups. Sculptures by contemporary artists line the main walkways, turning everyday routes into open-air galleries.
Ferry connections link the terminal to locations in New Jersey, while several subway lines within short walking distance to the north reach the rest of Manhattan. The waterfront paths remain open year-round and offer shelter from sun and wind through tree-lined sections and covered seating areas.
More than one third of the land is dedicated to public parks, making it one of Manhattan's greenest residential districts. A small urban farm within the green spaces attracts school groups and lets children grow plants and observe chickens up close.
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