Ground Zero

My first view of ground zero, taken from the backseat as we battled traffic and trying to figure out how to get through a construction zone to the hotel's parking garage. I knew our hotel was near ground zero, but I hadn't realized it was across the street. If I understand correctly, this building (One WTC) will be the tallest building in the US when it's completed.

The view of the construction at ground zero, reflected in the facade of the Millenium Hilton

The staggering unforgettable view from our room on the 31st floor.

9/11 Memorial (looking towards the South Pool) - the quietest, most peaceful place in New York City, and frankly, the creepiest.

30-foot waterfalls set in the foot print of what was the south tower, with the names of 9/11 victims engraved in panels all the way around. The waterfalls created a great deal of white-noise, which allowed each visitor the chance for peaceful reflection in the middle of a massive construction site.

May they rest in peace