Jimmy Chin Instagram – The shot. Getting the shot. The 408-foot spire on top of One World Trade Center brings the height of the building to 1776 feet, making it one of the tallest man-made points in the Western Hemisphere. It’s also possibly the best climb in NYC. Lots of exposure, 360-degree views of Manhattan, and easy 5.5 jugs to the highest point in the city. Certainly a classic route, but access can be a bit tricky…. From a @nytmag cover shoot a while back. Zoom in on the second shot… Second photo by @geosteinmetz