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Essentials about the Flatiron Building in brief

Located at the intersection of Broadway, Fifth Avenue and 23rd Street, the Flatiron Building is undoubtedly one of the most unusual buildings in Manhattan. And this is not because it is particularly high or pompous, but because of its unusual wedge shape. The ground plan is in fact a triangle, which is why the building somewhat resembles an iron.

The architecture of the Flatiron Building

The Flatiron Building was built in 1902 and is now purely an office building, which is why you can’t see any floors other than the lobby. Visitors have to be satisfied with a photo of the 91 meter high “iron”. However, due to the intersection of the world-famous streets Broadway and Fifth Avenue in front of the building, a photo stop at the Flatiron Building is always worthwhile.

An interesting side effect of the Flatiron Building’s wedge shape is that it can cause strong air currents in the adjacent streets. Ladies (and possibly gentlemen) in skirts are therefore advised to be careful when walking along the building.

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Getting there

By public transport:

Subway lines N and R: Stop 23rd St

Bus lines X10, X10B, X12, X27 and X28: Stop W 23 St/5 Av

By car:

The nearest parking garage is Icon Parking on 22nd St.