The crown has 25 windows and seven spikes that represent the seven continents and oceans. (Image: Getty)
A fact that often goes unnoticed is that the very top of the Statue of Liberty was once opened to the public.
Created by Edouard de Laboulaye, the colossal structure was built in , and then in June of 1885 was shipped off to New York.
It was gifted to the Americans as a way to honour the country’s anniversary of independence and its alliance with France.
Today, people can book tickets to go up to the statue’s pedestal and crown and see the stunning views of New York City from there.
In times past, people were allowed to go up to the statue’s torch, which only amplified the charming views.
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The statue sways in the wind, moving 3 inches. (Image: Getty)
Unfortunately, the torch has been closed off since 1916, with only National Park Service staff granted access, so that they can maintain the floodlights that light the torch.
The reason for its closure was because of the ‘Black Tom’ explosion of July 30, 1916.
The explosion took place on Black Tom Island in New York Harbour and was carried out by German agents.
The explosion, one of the largest artificial non-nuclear explosions in history, caught even the arm and torch of the statue, the most delicate parts of the famous figure.
While the general public can’t see in person what the view is like from the torch, there is now a tool that allows curious people to enjoy it from the safety of their homes.
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The statue’s exterior is made of copper sheets that have turned green due to oxidation. (Image: Getty )
The website allows people to watch live streams of the torch and crown, as well as Ellis Island and the statue of liberty itself.
Commenting on the view, an X user wrote: “Wow… First time I’m seeing from this view.”
“Fascinating history for real,” another added, and a third simply commented: “Wow.”
Someone described the top shot of the statue as their “favorite photo of the statue”.
Others, however, took to the social media app to share their sadness about the torch being closed to the general public. One person said: “I never knew they had a balcony up there, it’s a shame it’s been closed! Must be a beautiful view from up there!”