Car Rental New York and City Hall

New York City is a metropolis that requires no introduction. From the Empire State Building to the Statue of Liberty, anyone and everyone is familiar with this city and its important landmarks. Or do they? There is currently one New York City landmark that is largely ignored by car rental New York City vacationers, even though it is one of the city's most treasured establishments! Built during the years between 1803 and 1811, the New York City Hall building is one of the Big Apples most important cultural, economical, political and architectural establishments. The official seat of government in New York City since 1812, the City Hall building offers car rental New York clients an intimate look at municipal affairs both past and present.

An Architectural Achievement

In 1802 a competition was held in the attempt to generate interested in the creation of a new City Hall. First prize was awarded to the architectural team of John McComb Junior and Joseph Francois Mangin. John McComb Junior was a native New Yorker, while Joseph Francois Mangin was an architectural student in his home country of France. Both architects boasted outstanding resumes. Architectural details on the building reflect the architects' diverse tastes, as French Renaissance elements combined with American-Georgian style. Architectural features on the building include a sweeping central staircase, two dramatic wings and a stunning interior pavilion. A one story portico is also visible above the central pavilion at the Hall's front. A doomed tower can also be seen by car rental New York City customers as they drive past the building. The exterior of New York City Hall has figured prominently in many civic events over the past century including numerous presidential speeches and public addresses.

The Makings of a Mansion

The interior of New York's City Hall is just as resplendent as the exterior, thanks to a regal assortment of antique furnishings and neo-classical design features. Designed with Roman Parthenon in mind, the Hall's interior rotunda features 10 Corinthian columns and a stunning marble entryway. Car rental New York City clients are encouraged to climb the entryways gorgeous staircase up to the building's second level and the exquisite Governors Room. Complete in 1816, the Governor's Room now serves as a museum and reception area celebrating the city's civic history. You and your traveling companions will find a stunning collection of 19th century American portraiture inside the room, as well as historic furnishings. Notable artifacts in the room include George Washington's desk and original pieces of Charles Christian and Honore Lannuier. Car rental New York City travelers may also be interested to note that many distinguished guests have visited this room. These guests have included the Marquis de Lafayette and Albert Einstein. The Governor's Room also hosted Abraham Lincoln's body after his death in 1865.

Want more? Take a Tour!

If you would like to learn more about the nation's oldest City Hall All Car Rent-A-Car highly recommends participating in one of the onsite tours. All tours are available free of charge. Car rental New York City clients can reserve a weekday tour by calling 311 (in NYC) or 212-NEW-YORK (from out of state). Tours of City Hall provide travelers with an inside look at the buildings influential history, as well as little known facts about past City Hall events. Car rental New York City customers can also learn more about city Hall by logging onto the official NYC website at www.nyc.gov. If you're planning on visiting New York City Hall during your upcoming car rental New York vacation, All Car Rent-A-Car also recommends visiting the neighboring Municipal Buildings as well. These beautiful buildings often overshadow City Hall, but don't be fooled! City Hall is home to tons of exciting historical facts, so don't miss your chance to stop in!

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