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What's famous about the Chelsea Hotel?

  1. Resting place of Edgar Allan Poe

  2. Home to the biggest library in NYC

  3. Site of the first Broadway musical

  4. Center of artistic and bohemian famous people, like Dylan Thomas, Sid Vicious, etc.

The correct answer is: Center of artistic and bohemian famous people, like Dylan Thomas, Sid Vicious, etc.

The correct answer is D because the Chelsea Hotel is renowned for being a historic center for artistic and bohemian individuals. Over the years, it has housed many famous residents, including notable figures such as Bob Dylan, Dylan Thomas, Sid Vicious, and many others. The hotel's vibrant artistic community and its role in shaping New York City's cultural landscape make it a well-known and iconic landmark in the city. Option A is incorrect as Edgar Allan Poe did not reside at the Chelsea Hotel, although he did live in various places throughout New York City during his lifetime. Option B is incorrect as the Chelsea Hotel is not known for being home to the biggest library in NYC. Option C is incorrect as the Chelsea Hotel is not the site of the first Broadway musical.