to the struggle against world terrorism

faithandhope2live

This monument is also named Tear Drop Memorial; it’s a 10 story sculpture that was given to the United States by the Russian government as a memorial to the victims of the September 11 attacks.It is located at 51 Port Terminal Blvd, Bayonne, New Jersey. For tourists like me it’s not an easy place to find. Our cruise ship docked there, so we had a wonderful opportunity to see this beautiful sculpture, at the same time reminded me of the horror of 2001-09-11 morning. That gave me a little sombre feeling.Happy Travelling!

jdbayo

It's hard to believe that Jersey City did not want this statue. It's beautiful. The park is beautiful. Anyone who comes to Bayonne should visit the statue. They used to turn on the flood lights at night but the last 3 times I've been down there at night, the lights were not on.

anilkk2013

Amazingly beautiful and thought provoking piece of architecture. A nice view of NY skyline especially downtown. A must see in Bayonne. And it's free!!

MickeyG_11

Come and see it all. great views of the New York skyline. September 11 tribute. I live in Bayonne, so I rate it average but most are touched when they come here.

366mitchells

The terrorism memorial is less impressive in photographs and from a distance than it is close-up. You can't appreciate it without the context of New York Harbor and the Manhattan skyline. Plus, the drive out to it let's you see how massive the Bayonne Navy Yard was when in operation.

EmP306

beautiful view on a sunny day; can be depressing though. Lovely sentiment and stunning reminder of a horrible day. Odd location, You have to want to see it, you won't stumble upon it by accident.

JerseyJohn520

Beautiful touching memorial, situated in industrial waterfront complex. Difficult to get to without signage

BBChef

Our cruise ship Quantum of Seas docked right next to the monument and when we returned to port it was still dark so we also had an opportunity to see it at night.

Angel929

I have gone to this beautiful and breathtaking monument dedicated to some of the lost victims of the terror attacks many times. I have taken family and friends visiting me there as as well and they were equally impressed.I strongly suggest that anyone visiting Bayonne or anywhere near by to take the time to experience this truly amazing hidden park and monument.

Xopattycakeox

I come here often. It is peaceful and serene. The way a memorial should be. Often at memorials there are to many tourists taking pics and smiling. This place is just peaceful and beautiful. Thank you Russia!

Mary131

Very moving tribute. Should definitely be seen if in the area. I was there the day they dedicated it, and since I knew some friends who perished, made it all the more emotional.

BinPerp

If you can find this monument, it is worth the struggle to get there. Sadly, it isn't well sign-posted so even the Bayonne resident who was driving (and thought she knew where it was) made a wrong turn or two getting to it. The memorial, once you get there, is quite impressive. The tear-drop center once had dripping water we were told, but somehow it was a problem so they turned it off. You also have a spectacular the view across the water to the new WTC and the NYC skyline, so be sure to go on a nice, clear day.

Cuppy2014

I have visited this place many times. I bring all my friends when I head to NY and NJ. This is worth the visit, and the drive to go see it. It is never busy, and it is a nice quite area. Wonderful place to reflect and to see the harbor. I would highly recommend it. The Bayonne Committee that is lead by Frank Perrucci and Jerry Kelly are amazing! Wonderful people and 2 of the times that I have gone they have been on site! I started a page on FB for this wonderful memorial because I thought it was that amazing. On 9-11 2012 I was welcomed and treated like VIP by them for all the visits that I have made. It is a great view during 9-11 to see the Tribute Lights as well. THANK YOU GUYS FOR YOUR HARD WORK! YOU CAN SEE THE STATUE OF LIBERTY THE BRIDGES, NYC, AND SO MUCH MORE.

D0nnaK

We visited this site before taking a cruise that departed from the Cape Liberty, Bayonne cruise ship terminal. The memorial is directly in front of the forward end of the ship (take the right fork at the end of the road instead of the usual left fork which brings you to the luggage drop off tents). With the Statue of Liberty and lower Manhattan in the distance, it provides a very poignant area to reflect. It's very small and easily visited within a short time, or you can sit on the benches for as long as you'd like. Names and messages are engraved on the walls and stones. Highly recommended!

TiniWiniBikini

My mom and I visited the Teardrop Memorial last summer while I was visiting Bayonne, NJ. I am originally from Bayonne and I personally know people who were victims and survivors of 9/11. Hitting so close to home - I felt that I had to see this memorial. The surrounding area needs work and it can be confusing to find if you don't know the area. The memorial is a small & quiet park on the bay with wonderful views of Manhattan including the new Freedom Tower, Empire State Building, & Statue of Liberty. There is a wall here listing names of all of the victims. There are cement pavers forming walkways around the teardrop. We spent a couple of hours reading all of the pavers that we could. These pavers can be purchased by anyone who would like to donate & contribute their memorial message here for the world to see. We knew lots of people & families who contributed and so it was very interesting for us to spot and read their memorial pavers. I suppose It may not be as interesting to someone who was not personally affected by the events of 9/11. I liked it and I am glad that I visited. It was a really nice time spent with my Mom.