Gothamist reported on the battle that has been raging since the beginnings of Central Park, which side is best, east or west. They present a case for both sides. Do you have a preference?
If you had to pick just one side of Central Park, the east or west, to visit: which would it be? If you could only take one side of Central Park to a deserted island, which one would you take and spend eternity with? If you are a native New Yorker, your decision is probably based upon your youth and where you played in the park. As a visitor, a spcific attraction in the park might be your decision maker.
The Great Lawn, the Ramble, and the Reservoir are shared, since they run through the center of Central Park and are equally shared on both sides. The article lists specific monuments and popular areas which can physically be found either on the east or west side within Central Park. They also list popular attractions that are located near to the park such as museums, physical icons and movie shoots.
To read what the Gothamist decided was the "best" side, you will have to read the article, which inludes pictures of popular spots in the park.