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The Met's Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Roof Garden offers breathtaking views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline, making it a perfect spot for selfies!
The Met houses over 2 million works of art, ranging from ancient Egyptian artifacts to modern masterpieces.
The Temple of Dendur, dating back to 15 B.C., was gifted to the U.S. by Egypt and reconstructed inside The Met.
The Met has a network of underground tunnels used for transporting art and supplies between buildings.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art was established in 1870, making it one of the oldest and largest art museums in the world.
The Met's Costume Institute boasts over 33,000 costumes and accessories, showcasing fashion from the 15th century to today.
The Met's Musical Instruments gallery features over 5,000 instruments from six continents, including some played by famous musicians.
The Met Gala is a star-studded event held annually to raise funds for the museum's Costume Institute, often dubbed 'fashion's biggest night out.'
The Arms and Armor department showcases over 14,000 objects, including medieval suits of armor and samurai swords.
The Watson Library at The Met is one of the largest and most comprehensive art libraries in the world, open to the public for research.
