Sunday, December 18, 2011

THE STATUE OF LIBERTYIN U.S.A

        
The Statue of Liberty was a symbol of friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States and is a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated on October 28, 1886, designated as a National Monument in 1924.Everyday thousands of people comes here to visit it.All visitors must purchase a ticket for boat transportation through Statue Cruises. They must pass through security screening before boarding any ferry. The Statue of Liberty is more than a monument and symbol of freedom to millions around the world. The interior of the base of the Statue, and the historic fort that is the foundation of the Statue, are scheduled for necessary upgrades to stairwells, elevators and mechanical systems.
        
This plaque situated in the Statue of Liberty exhibit, has come to symbolize the statue's universal message of hope and freedom for immigrants coming to America. One hundred years ago, the people of France gave the Statue to the people of the United States.on October 28, 1986, the Statue of Liberty National Monument celebrated her 100th birthday.


       
 The Statue was a joint effort between America and France. Alexander Gustavo Eiffel (designer of the Eiffel Tower) was commissioned to design the massive iron pylon .At last it was possible in motivating the people of America to donate.The statue of liberty is quite possibly the most photographed statue or monument anywhere in the America. Weather can vary greatly in New York City area, including NY Harbor.

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