New York will get four giant waterfalls during the summer as a city art project and tourism draw. NYC tourism got a huge boost when Christo put his panels in Central Park. Seeing a great opportunity, the city commissioned Danish artist Olafur Eliasson to create the waterfalls. The waterfalls will fall into the East River and the harbor.
The installation is set to cost roughly $15 million, and will be built by funding from private donors. According to Eliasson, "It's about seeing water in a different way."
Implications - Large scale projects like this can have a dramatic impact on the tourism that gets drawn to a city, and it's impressive to see a place like New York taking eco tourism so seriously. Cities around the world should definitely take note of this ambitiously green project.
Eco-Tourism Falls To New York
Olafur Eliasson Waterfalls Will Grace City
Trend Themes
1. Eco-tourism in Cities - Creating large-scale art installations like Olafur Eliasson's waterfalls can attract tourists and promote eco-tourism in urban areas.
2. Public Art Projects - Investing in public art projects, such as waterfalls, can enhance a city's aesthetic appeal and attract visitors, boosting tourism and local economy.
3. Innovative Uses of Water - Exploring creative ways to showcase water, such as Eliasson's waterfalls, can provide captivating and immersive experiences for tourists.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Tourism - The travel and tourism industry can benefit from promoting eco-friendly attractions and large-scale art installations to attract more visitors.
2. Public Art - The public art industry can explore opportunities to collaborate with cities in creating ambitious, eco-friendly art installations that enhance urban landscapes.
3. Environmental Preservation - Initiatives like Eliasson's waterfalls in New York highlight the importance of environmental conservation and can inspire industries and individuals to prioritize sustainable practices.