Statue of Liberty - Iconic Symbol of Freedom in New York Harbor #1892527 (License: Personal Use)

The Statue of Liberty, a colossal neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, was a gift from France in 1886 to commemorate the centennial of American independence. Standing 305 feet tall including its pedestal, the copper statue features a crown with seven rays representing the seven continents and seas, and holds a torch symbolizing enlightenment and a tabula ansata inscribed with the date of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Tourists crowd the island’s walkways and observation areas, enjoying panoramic views of Manhattan and the harbor.

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