built in 1844, the atlantic avenue tunnel is the oldest subway tunnel in the world. a history shrouded in myth, speculation and blatant lies kept the tunnel a mystery until 1980, when it was rediscovered. partially renovated in 1982, it is now open to the public once a month for tours given by the brooklyn historical railway association.
to get into the tunnel, you have to climb into a manhole that's literally in the middle of a busy brooklyn intersection.
to get into the tunnel, you have to climb into a manhole that's literally in the middle of a busy brooklyn intersection.
