The Statue of Liberty is one of the prominent landmarks that most people often associate with the United States. This sculpture is one of the most recognizable in the world. That's a symbol of freedom and democracy. The unusual history of the monument is also known to many travelers. Citizens of France have given this statue to United States. Such a gift was made for the celebration of the centennial of the American Revolution.
The statue is located in the Hudson River estuary, on the island of Liberty. The overall height including the pedestal is 93 meters. Liberty Island is incredibly popular as a tourist destination. Visitors can enjoy the great statue not only visually, but also examine it from the inside. To climb to the observation deck, which is located on top of the pedestal, it is necessary to overcome 192 steps. One going up to the crown of the statue has to go through 365 steps.
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