What is the Oculus in New York City? Walking along the sidewalk of Lower Manhattan, as you turn a corner, your eyes rest upon a gigantic image of a bird in flight. Or is it? Perhaps it appears to be the skeleton of some sort of space craft instead. From the outside it seems dwarfed next to the cluster of skyscrapers near One World Trade Center. It is only when you enter its doors, at the street level, you come to the realization it leads to the new mass transit system replacing what was destroyed during the 9/11 terrorist attacks. This centerpiece is the World Trade Center Transportation Hub. Eleven different lines connect New Jersey’s PATH trains and New York City’s subways. Combined with an upscale retail mall of shops and eateries, the Oculus reflects the ambience of its nemesis, the World Trade Center. Before you leave, step onto the mezzanine level for a phenomenal snapshot to record your visit. Selfies permitted.
Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No, it’s the Oculus!
snapshotsincursive 
Wow! I did not notice it since we were riding with those Hopp-On-Hopp-Off buses. What a building!
LikeLiked by 1 person
At first I thought it was an art sculpture. Stepping inside was a whole other experience. 🌟✨💫
LikeLiked by 1 person
I can imagine. They made something great there!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
It doesn’t look that big from the outside but it blew my mind how huge it was inside. I mean, it looks big outside, but not what I was expecting!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Exactly! 😜
LikeLiked by 1 person
This is a wondrous vision and thanks for sharing the Oculus with us, Gail! I think I saw your husband in the glasses. He definitely loves the photographer. 😊💖
LikeLiked by 1 person
He truly does, Robin. I’m the lucky one. 💟
LikeLike