NYC Before Rent Was Outrageously High: A Look at the Big Apple During the Ice Age
Ever wondered what your commute would be like if you had to dodge woolly mammoths instead of yellow cabs? Buckle up, because we're taking a trip way, way back in time to explore what New York City would've looked like during the Ice Age. Spoiler alert: it wasn't exactly teeming with tourists and Broadway shows.
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| What Did The New York City Look Like During The Ice Age |
A Frozen Land Far, Far Away
Imagine this: Manhattan Island is completely buried beneath a massive glacier, thicker than your favorite slice of cheesecake (and that's saying something). Sea levels are hundreds of feet lower, exposing a vast, icy plain stretching all the way out to the continental shelf. Basically, forget the Statue of Liberty, you'd need a woolly mammoth tour guide to navigate this winter wonderland.
The Locals: Not Quite Your Cup of Tea (or Coffee)
While you wouldn't find any hipsters sipping lattes, the Ice Age NYC did have its own set of residents. We're talking about woolly mammoths, musk oxen, and giant ground sloths. These magnificent (and frankly, terrifying) creatures roamed the frozen tundra, perfectly adapted to the harsh conditions. So, if you were looking for a rooftop party, you might be a little disappointed.
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The Amenities: Basic, But Breathtaking
Forget about Central Park – the entire landscape was a giant park! Towering glaciers, sparkling ice streams, and a never-ending horizon of white – it was a natural beauty unlike anything we see today. Of course, there wouldn't be any wifi or delivery services, but hey, at least you could brag about having the world's most unique view.
Important Note: Indoor plumbing was definitely not a thing.
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So, You Want to Visit the Ice Age NYC?
While time travel technology isn't quite there yet, here are some helpful FAQs to get you in the prehistoric spirit:
How to dress for an Ice Age NYC vacation? Many, many layers. Think mammoth fur parka and cozy mammoth slippers.
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How to get around? Since subways wouldn't be invented for a few million years, your best bet is to learn how to ride a giant sloth.
How to communicate with the locals? Unfortunately, Rosetta Stone doesn't offer Mammoth or Musk Oxen. Maybe try interpretive dance?
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**How to pay for things? **Cash, credit cards, and Bitcoin are all out. The only currency accepted is mammoth tusks (lightly used condition only).
How to avoid getting eaten by a giant sloth? This one is a bit tricky. Maybe bring a really big bouquet of flowers?
There you have it! A crash course in Ice Age NYC. While it might not be the bustling metropolis we know today, it certainly had its own unique charm (and a whole lot more fur).
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