Manhattan Finally Gets a Public Beach. One Catch: No Swimming.

Manhattan has opened its first public beach, located on the Gansevoort Peninsula along the Hudson River. The beach, built on the site of a former garbage depot, offers stunning views of the Statue of Liberty and New Jersey. However, swimming is not allowed due to safety concerns. The beach has received positive reviews from visitors, although some have criticized its small size and lack of swimming options. The development of the beach is part of a larger redevelopment project along the Hudson River. [Extracted from the article]