The New York State (in English: New York State Or simply New York) is a state in the East Coast of the United States. It is the fourth most populous state in the United States and widely recognized by the city of the same name, New York and other tourist attractions in the interior, such as Niagara Falls.
Regions
It is often said that New York has two regions: New York (city) and "the north", that is, everything north of the city. However, New York is a large state with several regions.
| New York subway Around New York, the largest city in the United States and possibly the best known and most celebrated city in the world. It also includes the suburbs of the Westchester County Y long Island with great beaches. |
| Mid-Hudson and Catskills The Catskill Mountains and the colonial communities of the Hudson offer two different types of getaways popular with New Yorkers. |
| The Capital district The state capital of Albany and its surrounding cities anchor the upper Hudson Valley, one of the fastest growing and most educated areas in the upstate. |
| The Adirondacks The Adirondack Mountains are New York's true wilderness, protected by a huge park that encompasses most of the upper third of the state. Only small scattered settlements and occasionally the road interrupt the stunning views. |
| North Country The North Country is dominated by large open areas between widely spaced cities, with a culture that resembles that of Canada. The Saint Lawrence River and its Thousand Islands are an important destination in this region. |
| Downtown New York With hills and rivers, cities and farms, hard work and recreation, Downtown New York is a microcosm of New York as a whole. Syracuse is the cultural and economic center of the region. |
| The Finger lakes The Finger Lakes are 11 long, thin bodies of water that provide water activities and tourism opportunities. Hundreds of wineries dot the region, and the city of Rochester is a center for industry and innovation. |
| Southern Tier Bordering the Northern Tier in Pennsylvania, the Southern Tier is a primarily rural area with a few medium-sized cities, but with several cultural and industrial attractions. |
| Niagara frontier The city of Buffalo and the famous Niagara Falls are Niagara Frontier's top destinations, but the eastern parts of the region also offer attractions focusing on local history, agriculture, industry, and waterways. |
Cities
- Albany, the state capital, steeped in state history.
- Binghamton, also known as "Carousel City of the World".
- Buffalo, the largest city north of New York, home to the Buffalo Bills, the Buffalo Sabers, and the Buffalo wings.
- Cooperstown, a historic town that has the Baseball Hall of Fame.
- Ithaca, a small town home to Cornell University and Ithaca College.
- New York, one of the most recognized and celebrated cities in the world, with towering skyscrapers, ethnic diversity, international corporations, and an incomparable culture.
- Rochester, a former industrial city with a rich history of innovation and progress; currently home to numerous universities and the famous "garbage plate".
- Saratoga springs, also known as "Spa City", famous for its horse racing, and a worthy stop for its eccentric performing arts atmosphere.
- Syracuse, also known as "Salt City", famous for its industry, and is home to Syracuse University and the Great New York State Fair.
Other destinations
- High Summits of the Adirondack, the tallest mountains in America's largest state park
- CatskillsMostly rural, wild, and mountainous, the Catskills are a popular vacation destination
- Chautauqua Institution, a style of summer cologne for adults, founded in 1875
- Darien lake, the roller coaster of New York
- Fire Island National Seashore, a barrier island on Long Island with huge beaches
- Lake george, boating, lakeside activities, and a large amusement park
- Letchworth State Park, visit the Genesee River Canyon and its three wide waterfalls
- Niagara Falls, a powerful and impressive set of waterfalls on the Canadian border, and the "honeymoon capital of the world"
- Thousand Islands, a quaint vacation spot for the rich and famous, right on the Canadian border
Understand
History
Prior to European settlement, the area now known as New York was already home to several Native American tribes. The Iroquois Confederation (or Haudenosaunee), comprising the Cayuga, Onondaga, Seneca, Mohawk, Oneida, and Tuscarora tribes, was an important early exercise of representative democracy that could have influenced the Founding Fathers of the United States in their own quest for constitutional government.
The European settlement of New York began in New Amsterdam in Manhattan. From there, Dutch and later English settlers spread north along the Hudson River to what is now Albany, then west along the Mohawk River. Sites in this area of New York were essential in the American War of Independence, especially in Saratoga, north of Albany, and New York briefly served as the nation's first capital. Settlements further west were hampered by poor terrain and Indian territories, but in the early 1800s, even those areas began to be well established.
The construction of the Erie Canal from Buffalo to Albany, completed in 1825, brought a veritable population explosion. Cities like Rochester grew almost overnight, allowing them to transport their goods easily to places to the east and west, and New York at the mouth of the Hudson became the busiest and most important port in the young country.
New York City grew and prospered for decades, its cities becoming the centers of industry, business and culture for the entire nation. As more western areas cleared and began to settle, New York remained the Imperial State. The Port of New York served as an entry point for countless immigrants after the Civil War, which contributed to a diverse, energetic population.
New York remained the most populous state for more than 150 years and had numerous important and influential figures among its native sons and daughters. Beginning in the mid-20th century, New York's influence waned as California, Texas, and Florida grew in population, but New York continues to be one of the most dominant states in the nation.
Geography
The geography of New York can be briefly described as "diverse."
New York City, a major Atlantic port, is naturally at sea level. It works as a small axis that connects Long Island (to the east) with the rest of the state (to the north); To get from one side to the other, you must pass through New York City. North of the city is most of the state, known as "upstate New York." The terrain rises as you approach north, following the Hudson River upstream. The river intersects a canyon through this Appalachian highlands, forming a wide river valley. To the west of this valley, rise the Catskill Mountains: a "dissected plateau" for geologists, but simply "mountains" for the layman. Beyond the Catskills, the terrain slopes and evens out, forming the rolling hills of the Southern Tier.
North of the Catskills is the Mohawk River Valley, which runs west to east to the Hudson. Further west, you'll find the Finger Lakes region, a series of long, thin lakes formed when the river valleys were blocked by the debris of receding glaciers. North of the Finger Lakes, between the Finger Lakes and Lake Ontario, lies a row of plains, areas that were once below the surface of a much larger preglacial Lake Ontario.
North of the Mohawk Valley and east of Lake Ontario, you'll find the vast Adirondack Mountains, which gradually become the St. Lawrence River Valley in the northernmost part of the state.
Weather
New York has four distinctive seasons.
Upstate New York is renowned for its harsh winters. Although temperatures do not drop as much as in other areas such as Minnesota or North Dakota, due in part to the heat provided by Lake Ontario, it works as a generator for much of the snowfall due to lake effect. Because of this, it is common for temperatures to drop even to below zero degrees, especially in the Adirondacks and North Country areas away from the lake. Major northern cities compete each year for the "coveted" Snowball Gold Award for the most inches of snowfall.
Snowfall is particularly heavy east of Lake Ontario. Clouds gather moisture as they move over the larger dimensions of the lake, then pour it entirely into Watertown rising over the Tug Hill plateau.
New York City is completely tropical in comparison. The southeastern Atlantic Ocean benefits the Big Apple with the warm Gulf Stream without causing snowfall due to the oceanic effect. However, even though in this city it snows much less than in places to the north, it is not unusual for this to happen in winter, especially in January and February.
Spring in New York tends to start out cold and wet, especially in areas near Lake Ontario, since its waters were completely cooled during the winter. True spring occurs in May, quickly turning into summer.
Summer is characterized by a bright sun that is rarely scorching, with occasional heat waves. Humidity is usually high, but when it is low it allows the enjoyment of time.
The leaves begin to change color in September; At its peak, New York's fall scenery is one of the best in the country. At the end of October, however, the arrival of winter begins, occasionally snowing on Halloween.
Talk
English is spoken throughout the state. Other languages with varying degrees of regularity are also used in scattered parts throughout the state, particularly German, Italian, and Polish. French is widely spoken in the North Country, due to its proximity to Canada, and Spanish is common wherever Hispanics live.
As New York is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world, it is unlikely that there is any major language that is not spoken there.
To get
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Travel
Watch
The state's natural beauty is diverse, from Niagara Falls and the East Grand Canyon, Letchworth State Park, to the unspoiled mountainous terrain of the Catskills and Adirondacks, to the tranquil Finger Lakes. The Adirondack Park, in particular, is a gem; It is the largest park in the continental United States and where American art began.
But city walks are also an important part of New York tourism. The Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor is a must-see destination that every American should visit, and the views of Manhattan leave many tourists speechless. Certainly the Big Apple has an important part of the museums and emblematic places of the state, but the north also deserves particular attention. Likewise, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and Albany are cultural centers, and each has unique attractions that will not be found in New York City.
Halls of Fame
New York is the state with the most Halls of Fame in the country. The most popular is the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. The National Turf Museum and Hall of Fame (for thoroughbred horse racing) is in Saratoga springs, the Long Distance Running Hall of Fame in Utica, the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum in Amsterdam, and the International Boxing Hall of Fame in Basket. The National Football Hall of Fame It was located in Oneonta (near Cooperstown and Canastota in Central New York), but it closed a few years ago.
To buy
To eat
Drink and go out
Sleep
Keep in touch
Surroundings
external links
Wikipedia has an article on New York State.w: New York State
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