The author reflects on the experience of going on guided tours in their own city, New York, for the first time after living there for forty years. Through these tours, the author gained a plethora of knowledge and fun, quirky facts about the city, transforming into a 'walking almanac' of New York. The piece highlights the richness of local culture and offers insights into the novelty and excitement of viewing familiar places through a touristâs lens.
"I never thought to be a tourist in the city where I've lived for forty yearsâNew York, which received almost sixty-five million visitors in 2024."
"I learned so many factoids that I am practically a walking almanac of New York City, with a useful appendix listing Some Amusing Things You Can Say at Cocktail Parties."
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