I was running through Central Park on a frigid NYC December day, when I saw what looked like a smaller version of the Washington Monument rising high above the barren trees. My endorphin-flooded...

Cool site in Central Park and not as crowded as other areas. Would definitely recommend checking out.

Where else can you see a giant, genuine ancient Egyptian Obelisk where strolling through a park? Check out this neat piece of history in Central Park, and even better, read up a bit on the story...

Despite it's being a bit out of place, it's pretty amazing to find an Egyptian obelisk in New York city. Come and see it, touch it, take a picture, then go visit egypt.

Cleopatra's Needle, referred to as the Central Park Obelisk, is not a replica but an actual artifact from Egypt, built around 1475 BC. There were two obelisks, and one was moved to London in 1878...