Gospel masses are one of New York's main attractions. Gospel music reveals the true essence of this city like few things can. Follow our Urban Explorer through magical Harlem and explore the churches of this district far away from the traditional tourist attractions. Discover the hidden places that shaped... Read More
Gospel masses are one of New York's main attractions. Gospel music reveals the true essence of this city like few things can. Follow our Urban Explorer through magical Harlem and explore the churches of this district far away from the traditional tourist attractions. Discover the hidden places that shaped African American identity and the Church of Saint John the Divine, the largest neo-Gothic church in the world. There are also many legendary places: the Apollo Theater, where Michael Jackson became the unsurpassed star of the musical firmament, the restaurant Sylvia's, a true temple of soul food from the south. This is followed by a visit to Malcolm X Boulevard, the iconic brownstone buildings, and the opportunity to experience up close the many graffiti that is part of the country's African American culture.
Harlem on a Sunday is an experience not to be missed! Learn more about the neighborhood's origins. It was once a summer vacation area for New York's most prominent families from the Dutch community. Discover the significance of the Harlem Renaissance, a social, intellectual and cultural revolution that cemented Harlem's status as the epicenter of black culture. During this golden age, African Americans thrived as a community. They left the southern United States to find better life opportunities. Learn about Harlem's troubled past in the 1960s and 1970s and witness the contemporary pride of the black community. Discover famous landmarks such as Columbia University, City College, General Grant National Memorial, Morningside Heights, Morris Jumel Mansion, Sylvan Terrace, Strivers Row, Cotton Club, Apollo Theater, Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture , Sugar Hill and Duke Ellington's apartment and statue, the famous 125th Street and many more. Join a local church during Sunday service and experience the soul-stirring power of gospel music. * At the end of the tour, we will spend approximately 1 hour in the church and participate in the service, often called Song and Praise. Choirs are made up of church members who volunteer for them. Each Sunday has a different meaning and the choirs vary accordingly. These are authentic religious ceremonies, not performances for entertainment. * * We attend local church services in Harlem and donate part of the tour price to the church community
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