Times Square, sometimes known as the "bCrossroads/b of the World," has achieved the status of an iconic world landmark and has become a symbol of New York City. Times Square is principally defined by its spectaculars, animated, digital advertisements. ... In the first half of the 19th century it became one of the prized possessions of John Jacob Astor, who made a second fortune selling off lots to bhotels/b and other real estate concerns as the city rapidly spread uptown. ...
