London has Soho, Paris  the Left Bank, New York  has Greenwich Village. It  is hard to believe an area  exists on the bustling  island of Manhattan  where one can casually  meander through quiet peaceful tree lined  streets, browsing at the antique stores, second  hand bookstores and enjoy a coffee in the  quirky outdoor cafes.
' The Village' as it is  known by the locals is protected by a historic ordinance by the City of  New York, which strictly governs the look and feel of the area. The area lies south of Fourteenth  Street, north of Houston Street and  West of Fifth Ave. The  Hudson River runs along it's western  perimeter.