Columbus Circle and Plaza, Syracuse
Columbus Circle and Plaza in Syracuse is one of the more popular neighborhoods and plazas in downtown Syracuse. The monument to Christopher Columbus that stands as a major centerpiece of the plaza dates to 1934. Its architect was Dwight James Baum, a Syracuse-born architect famous for his designs in the region.
Two cathedrals are at either side of the square, the Catholic Immaculate Conception and the Episcopal St. Paul's, both of which have been important to local immigrant communities. There are also two essential government buildings housed in this square. One of these is the Onondaga County Courthouse, while the other, which houses the count's offices, is the John H. Mulroy Civic Center.
This plaza is an excellent place for a leisurely walk, with plenty of shade trees. The area around the plaza is one of the city's most popular places for events. Even during times without scheduled events, the area is a perfect place to visit for a greater appreciation of the city's history and how the local churches have played a role.
Two cathedrals are at either side of the square, the Catholic Immaculate Conception and the Episcopal St. Paul's, both of which have been important to local immigrant communities. There are also two essential government buildings housed in this square. One of these is the Onondaga County Courthouse, while the other, which houses the count's offices, is the John H. Mulroy Civic Center.
This plaza is an excellent place for a leisurely walk, with plenty of shade trees. The area around the plaza is one of the city's most popular places for events. Even during times without scheduled events, the area is a perfect place to visit for a greater appreciation of the city's history and how the local churches have played a role.
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Sight Name: Columbus Circle and Plaza
Sight Location: Syracuse, USA (See walking tours in Syracuse)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Syracuse, USA (See walking tours in Syracuse)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Syracuse, New York
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Syracuse Introduction Walking Tour
Syracuse is New York's fifth-most populous city and the county seat of Onondaga County. However, these facts only tell part of this city's story. As a significant crossroads throughout local and national history, this city has had a diverse population and contributed much to the nation's economy.
The area's original inhabitants were members of the Onondaga Nation, a tribe... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
The area's original inhabitants were members of the Onondaga Nation, a tribe... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Historical Churches Walking Tour
Syracuse, NY is a melting pot of religious traditions and beliefs, which is evident in the local religious architecture. Most Christians in the city are Catholic, reflecting the influence of 19th and early 20th-century immigration patterns, when numerous Irish, German, Italian and eastern European settlers. Other than Catholic, there are dozens of other churches in the city, including Eastern... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles