One of my favorite places in downtown Manhattan is St. Paul's Cathedral. This church was built in 1766 and is the oldest public building still being used in Manhattan. This church is directly across from the WTC. When the buildings came down on September 11, a very large sycamore tree shielded the church from any damage. Not a single window was broken. After the attacks, it became a place where rescue workers could come to rest, get medical care, have a meal, and be comforted. It is now a place where visitors can reflect on the events of September 11, and give thanks to those who risked so much during the days after the attacks, and remember those who lost their lives that day. What I loved is the amount of respect and reverence that is shown by those who walked through the church. It is very peaceful there.
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