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Times Square is the beating heart of New York City where the bright lights, iconic buildings, and signature attractions draw crowds of tourists all year round. One of the world’s most visited tourist destinations with its colossal billboards, world-class theaters, and variety of entertainment centers, Times Square is sometimes referred to as ‘The Crossroads of the World.’

Formerly known as Longacre Square Time Square, the area was renamed after The New York Times moved into the Times Building in 1904 and is still the site of the famous New Year's Eve ball drop today. Times Square is also the center of the Broadway Theater District and the world's entertainment industry.

Times Square, Boundaries: Broadway, 7th Avenue, 42nd and 47th Streets, Manhattan, New York

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