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No mere river crossing, the Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most popular New York attractions. When it opened in 1883, the bridge was considered a feat of engineering: It was the first structure built to span the East River, and at the time, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world. Now, the landmark attracts thousands of tourists and locals, who take in spectacular views of lower Manhattan and other city landmarks (such as the Statue of Liberty and Governors Island) as they stroll across its more than mile-long span. (You may also run into the occasional cyclist trying to navigate through the crowds on the pedestrian walkway.) Click through the above slide show for more photos of the Brooklyn Bridge's construction, as well as views from the New York attraction and things to do nearby.
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