The Grand Central Whispering Gallery, Grand Central Terminal, New York City, NY
N 40° 45.133 W 073° 58.653
18T E 586311 N 4511754
The "whispering gallery" is located on the Grand Central Terminal dining concourse near the famous Oyster Bar & Restaurant.
Waymark Code: WMFZBW
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 12/22/2012
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The "whispering gallery" is located on the Grand Central Terminal dining concourse near the famous Oyster Bar & Restaurant. Here, the acoustics of the low ceramic arches can cause a whisper to sound like a shout. Sound impossible? To test it out, you and a friend will have to stand in opposite corners of the large arched entryway. Now face the corner and whisper. Your friend should be able to hear your voice as if you were right next to them, not whispering into a far-away corner.
According to experts, this happens because the whisperer’s voice follows the curve of the domed ceiling. The Whispering Gallery is a popular spot for marriage proposals – and a unique place to whisper sweet nothings to your main squeeze.
Estimated Distance: More or less 10 metres
Whispering Gallery Website: [Web Link]
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Photography Prohibited?: no
Secret Message: Not listed
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