From 1934 to 1980, 13 miles of elevated track carried tonnes of carcasses and produce along the western fringe of Manhattan. It was built as a public safety measure to prevent collision with foot traffic. But in 2009, the first section of abandoned rails was reopened for business – this time as a pedestrian haven suspended nine metres above 10th Avenue. (Matt Munro)
From 1934 to 1980, 13 miles of elevated track carried tonnes of carcasses and produce along the western fringe of Manhattan. It was built as a public safety measure to prevent collision with foot traffic. But in 2009, the first section of abandoned rails was reopened for business – this time as a pedestrian haven suspended nine metres above 10th Avenue. (Matt Munro)