9/11 Memorial Pools
The 9/11 Memorial Pools, also known as the National September 11 Memorial, are located at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan. These twin reflecting pools are set within the footprints of the original Twin Towers, symbolizing the loss and absence left by the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Each pool is nearly an acre in size and features the largest man-made waterfalls in North America. The names of every person who died in the 2001 attacks, as well as the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, are inscribed on bronze parapets surrounding the pools. The memorial serves as a place of remembrance, reflection, and tribute to the lives lost. Visitors can experience the serene and contemplative atmosphere, surrounded by a grove of white oak trees and the sounds of cascading water. The 9/11 Memorial Pools are a powerful and moving tribute to resilience, unity, and the enduring spirit of those affected by the tragedy.