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Geography of New York
New York is America's 27th largest state with an area of 54,555 square miles out of which 13.5% is water and it is nicknamed 'The Empire State' due to the Empire State Building in Manhattan, New York City. This is a beautiful state that has a number of beautiful islands, rugged Adirondack Mountains and a variety of rivers that flow through the eastern part of the state.
Climate of New York
The climate of New York is generally said to be a humid continental climate. Downstate New York (lower Hudson valley, New York City and Long island) experience warm summers and cold as well as damp winters. Whereas Upstate New York experiences mild summers but long and cold winters as this region is near to the Atlantic Ocean. It is highly recommend visiting this state in both these seasons so you get to enjoy them both.
Culture of New York
New York is a beautiful fusion of cultures. The most spoken language in this state after English is Spanish and few other languages spoken here are Chinese, Italian, Bengali, Korean, Yiddish, French, Polish and Russian. Like the languages you can also find a number of religious establishments like Roman Catholic churches, Hindu temples, Islamic Mosques, Ultra-Orthodox Jewish Synagogues or temples. All in all the culture of New York is uniting and forward as people of various religions, ethnicities and sexual orientation exist in harmony.
Cuisines of New York
From the conservative vegan to the all-out meat party you can find a range of cuisines suiting various taste palates and choices. Some of the must try dishes are New York-style pizza, Lobster Newberg, Delmonico steak, Manhattan Clam Chowder and street foods like calzones, hot dogs, corn dogs, shish kebab, knishes, soft pretzels etc. A few of the recommended sweet dishes are New York-style cheesecake, Black and white cookie, Cronut, Manhattan Special, Italian ice, Mister Softee ice cream, bear claw etc.
Transportation of New York
New York has one of the most extensive transportation infrastructures in US and it plays an essential role due to the states large population. This state offers various methods of transportation like waterways, ports, roads, rail roads and aviation. It is highly recommended to try out the state's subway system which is quite popular are well used method of transportation.
Counties in New York
The state of New York has 62 counties and five of these counties are each coextensive with New York City's five boroughs thereby don?t have a county government.
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Tourist Spots in New York
New York offers a range of activities for people of varying tastes so you can enjoy it your way. A few of the must see places for all are New York City, Niagara Falls, Finger Lakes, Albany, Utica, Taconic State park, Ithaca, Cooperstown, Hyde park, West point, Shizunai and Corning. It is highly recommended that you plan your trip ahead so you can experience this state's beauty to the fullest. To make your stay more pleasurable hotel of various price ranges are easily available.
