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Jonathan L got up before dawn one day to take some photos.

  If you have never been to the Catskill Mountains in New York State you are missing one of the real beautiful areas of the Northeastern United States. The Catskills fill the area between the Hudson River to the east and the Delaware River to the...

Not just a huge collection of books: Samantha shows us that the main research branch of the New York Public Library is worth a visit for the building itself.

I could go into the Rose Room and lay on my back just admiring that amazing ceiling. A wonderful work of art.

Thanks for bringing back special memories of a great place. I love libraries, and this is one of the greatest I've ever visited. Nice post and great photos, Samantha, thanks!

Thanks guys. I loved all of New York, but this was very special. The ceilings reminded me of the ceilings you see in Europe. Sadly some people probably don't notice unless someone points it out Like I said in the post, it was the only time I felt like I was able to relax, breathe, and take in my surroundings. Definitely look forward to visiting again. Thanks again for you comments.

You'd love the architecture in this building Samantha - St Georges Hall Liverpool England. I worked here for a few years.

Thanks for the new perspective! I live in New York and have worked in that library many times over the years (including in days when it wasn't so well-kept), but you've still given me a fresh view of the building itself!

Jonathan L spent some time with one of the lions that stands guard at the Main Branch of New York's Public Library

George G shares a fun European Easter tradition—the Easter Egg tree!