Visiting Coney Island JUN 2007, Brooklyn NYC

on March 9, 2016
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Not another rap concert! This time we journey to Brooklyn’s Coney Island to check out the Borough’s most famed 20th century landmarks. From the original Nathan’s to riding the legendary Cyclone roller coaster, to miles of sandy beach, Coney Island has it all.

The Coney Island subway terminal, entirely reconstructed from 2001 to 2005
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The original Nathan's, serving world famous frankfurters since 1916!
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More than just the best hot dog
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Inside Nathan's dozen of workers scramble to serve the never ending line of customers
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The dogs on the grill
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Nathan's in also home to the International Hot Dog Eating Contest
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Coney Island's parachute drop ride. Although no longer in operation, the recently refurbished structure is Brooklyn's Effeil Tower
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Dozens enjoy their hot dogs on a lazy afternoon
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A beautifully painted mural of 2pac and Biggie graces a ride in Coney Island's Astroland Amusement Park
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The Wonder Wheel, ridden each year by over 200,000 people
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Originally completed in 1920, the Wonder Wheel is a one of a kind
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Declared an official NYC landmark in 1989, the wheel has operated for over 85 years without a single accident
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A view of the beach from atop the Wonder Wheel
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Another view of the beach as we rise even higher
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Brooklyn Skyline
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The famed Cyclone roller coaster, originally opened in 1927
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The mighty Cyclone stands toe to toe as a trill ride with today's biggest and tallest roller coasters, just ride it and you'll see why
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The Cyclone NYC Parks sign
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Ride the Cyclone for $6, re-rides only $4
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If you want the front seat, you will have to wait for it. Re-riders have priority
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Several girls in bikinis draw a crowd as they perform on the boardwalk in front of Astroland Park
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Boardwark Performers
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The boardwalk remains crowded as Brooklyn begins to slip into darkness
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