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Times Square

Categories: Architecture

Countries: USA

Area of New York City, which is the centre of the Broadway theatre scene. It is two adjoining triangles rather than an actual square. Originally called Longacre Square, it was renamed in 1904. It is traditionally the focal point for new year's eve celebrations.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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