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The Divine Place - Bethesda Terrace

            Bethesda Terrace in Central Park (mid-park at 72nd Street) is an architectural sensation, never failing to leave the spectator in awe at it's striking beauty. The entrance to the terrace may be the most invigorating aspect of your experience because you can access it from two separate ways, with each entrance capable of impacting you in a unique way. Perhaps the most notable feature of the terrace itself is how the presence of nature is portrayed within much of the stonework. This will become apparent as you walk down the two staircases; along the perimeter of the terrace you will see carvings of birds, fish, plants, etc. engraved into the walls. However, you are also in for a compelling experience as you walk down the center staircase. Early in the morning, before the mad rush of people is when you can really experience this element's allure because you are met by three large portals that give off the impression of entering a divine land. The terrace's ability to appeal to you in several facets is what makes it such an empowering structure. .
             It's no secret why masses of people tend to attract towards the Bethesda Fountain, being that it is the focal point of the entire terrace. However, the process of approaching this ravishing structure is what completes your overall experience. As you walk up 72nd Street, you are immediately met by a central staircase leading down through the lower part of the terrace. At the foot of the staircase lies three fine arches that resemble the portals of the Amiens Cathedral and the gates to the Parthenon. Although they aren't as elaborate as other portals they still serve the same purpose. Right when you walk through the arches you are immediately blinded by the light passing through the lower part of the terrace; the only figure you can see is the menacing fountain of Bethesda in the distance. This gives the spectator a thrill because it gives them a feeling of hypothetically entering the gates of heaven and the statue acts as a personification of God.


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