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Travel through time with these stunning photos of NYC's skyline over the last century

Watch the New York City skyline evolve, one iconic building after another, into the truly spectacular sight it is today

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Michael Karelis
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The New York skyline is one of our city's most glorious, iconic features; there simply isn't another skyline in the world to match it. And it's changed massively over the years—Manhattan hasn't always been home to swanky rooftop bars and modern luxury apartments. And while the city is brimming with attractions and super cool events, sometimes it's nice to just take in the scenery. Here’s a look at how the New York skyline has evolved over the last century.

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1901

1902
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1911

Circa 1912
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Circa 1910–15

1928
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1931

1931
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1936

1945
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1950

1976 
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1977 

1980
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1984

1996
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1996

2000
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2015
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