Where is the Statue of Liberty?

The Statue of Liberty is located on Liberty Island in the Upper New York Bay, near the entrance to New York Harbor. It is situated in close proximity to both the states of New York and New Jersey, but it falls within the jurisdiction of the state of New York.

Liberty Island, formerly known as Bedloe's Island, was chosen as the site for the Statue of Liberty, which was a gift from France to the United States. The statue was dedicated on October 28, 1886, and has since become an iconic symbol of freedom, democracy, and the United States.

Visitors can reach the Statue of Liberty by taking a ferry from Battery Park in Manhattan, New York, or Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey. The statue and Liberty Island are part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument, which also includes Ellis Island, historically known as the gateway for millions of immigrants coming to the United States.

The Statue of Liberty stands tall, reaching a height of approximately 305 feet (93 meters) from the base to the tip of its torch. It is made of copper sheets, and its design was created by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, with the internal framework designed by Gustave Eiffel, the architect of the Eiffel Tower.

The statue's significance as a symbol of freedom and opportunity has made it a popular tourist attraction, drawing millions of visitors from around the world each year. It is an enduring symbol of the United States and a powerful representation of the ideals of liberty and welcoming immigrants.