New York City

New York City (NYC), often simply called New York, is the most populous city in the United States. Located at the southern tip of the state of New York, the city is the center of the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the world by urban landmass. With over 8 million residents distributed over about 302.6 square miles (784 km²), New York is also the most densely populated major city in the United States.
== History ==
Founded in 1624 as a trading post by colonists of the Dutch Republic and named New Amsterdam, New York served as the capital of New York State in the early years after the American Revolution. The city grew in importance as a trading city under the British and later, as an American city. It was briefly the U.S. capital from 1785 until 1790 and has been the country's largest city since 1790.
== Geography ==
New York City is composed of five boroughs: Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx, and Staten Island, each of which is a separate county of New York State. The Hudson River separates the city from the U.S. state of New Jersey. The city's land has been altered substantially by human intervention, with considerable land reclamation along the waterfronts since Dutch colonial times.
== Culture ==
The city is renowned for its significant influence on art, fashion, food, theater, technology, politics, and commerce. It is considered one of the world's major hubs for arts and entertainment, with an abundance of museums, galleries, and performance venues. Some of the most prominent cultural institutions include the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), and the American Museum of Natural History.
== Economy ==
New York City is a global hub of international business and commerce and is one of three "command centers" for the world economy (alongside London and Tokyo). The city is a major center for banking and finance, retailing, world trade, transportation, tourism, real estate, new media, traditional media, advertising, legal services, accountancy, insurance, theater, fashion, and the arts in the United States.
== Demographics ==
New York City is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the world. It is home to the largest Jewish and Israeli communities outside Israel, and it has major populations of immigrants from hundreds of countries. The diverse population of New York City contributes to its vibrant multicultural atmosphere.
== Sports ==
New York is represented in professional sports leagues by major teams in every sport, including the New York Yankees (MLB), New York Mets (MLB), New York Knicks (NBA), Brooklyn Nets (NBA), New York Rangers (NHL), New York Islanders (NHL), New York Giants (NFL), and New York Jets (NFL). The city also hosts the annual U.S. Open Tennis Championships.
== Transportation ==
New York City boasts one of the most extensive and complex public transportation systems in the world. It includes the New York City Subway, which is one of the world's largest subway systems, extensive bus operations, and major airports including John F. Kennedy International Airport and LaGuardia Airport. The city's 24-hour subway system and bus network serve all five boroughs and enable the city's characteristic bustling nightlife.
== Education ==
The city's public school system, managed by the New York City Department of Education, is the largest in North America. Higher education institutions include New York University (NYU), Columbia University, and the City University of New York (CUNY), which offers degree-granting programs across multiple campuses.
== Notable Events ==
Notable Events: Among the city's major historical events are the Great Depression, the Harlem Renaissance, the construction of the Empire State Building, the attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, and the subsequent rebuilding including One World Trade Center.
New York City continues to be at the forefront of global affairs, culture, and finance and is widely regarded as a world cultural capital.
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