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soho nyc Even if you're not on a shopping spree when visiting New York City, a place you must visit is the Soho district of Manhattan. Soho's cast iron buildings, exemplify magnificent architecture not seen in any other part of the city (except Chelsea, Noho and Tribeca). These buildings also known as "Loft Buildings" were constructed in the late 1800's and were mainly used as factories. In the 60's and 70s, artists moved in for the cheap rents in badly maintained loft buildings and Soho also became a dangerous place at night. There were hardly any stores or shopping so you didn't want to walk on Crosby street when the night set in. Speaking of Crosby and the surrounding streets, many streets still have the cobble stones from the late 19th century. During the late 80s, 90s and onward, in came gentrification and out with the artists. Soho now is a far cry from what is used to be; the converted lofts are now homes well worth millions of $$$. Imagine owning a whole floor or even half a floor in a building, with 12 to 16ft high ceilings, wooden floors and huge windows. Get the picture? Better yet bring a camera and take pics!

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Contributed by citysightsny on September 15, 2008, at 7:22 PM UTC.

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