By Alli Sewell
Introduction
You're sure to be surprised by these 22 fun facts about New York City, whether...
FACT 1
The New York City subway system is not only the largest rapid transport system in...
FACT 2
The New York Public Library houses more than 50 million books (55 million at last...
FACT 3
Another of the interesting facts about NYC is that the iconic Grand Central Terminal has...
FACT 4
Central Park is a popular and romantic place to visit in NYC. But did you...
FACT 5
The Empire State Building is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world and...
FACT 6
Many people know of the Highline, Manhattan's elevated park. But did you know that NYC...
FACT 7
North America is home to about 800 bird species, and approximately 230 of those species...
FACT 8
Located in Lower Manhattan in the Financial District, the New York City Federal Reserve holds...
FACT 9
One of the little known facts about New York City is that the New York...
FACT 10
One of the super fun facts about NYC relates to the Pizza Principle, also known...
FACT 11
Who doesn't love an ice cream cone? While everyone has tried this yummy dessert, few...
FACT 12
One of the most amazing facts about New York City is that it's the most...
FACT 13
The NYC borough of Queens holds the title as the most ethnically diverse urban area...
FACT 14
Most people have heard of Times Square and of the New York Times, but few...
FACT 15
Being located in a much "older" country, it's understandable that most would assume that London's...
FACT 16
Visiting Staten Island, one of the five boroughs, is a fun and non-touristy thing to...
FACT 17
The lighting of the Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center is a much-loved New York City...
FACT 18
Unsurprisingly, another of many New York City facts is that the city features some of...
FACT 19
The new One World Trade Center holds the title of North America's tallest building. Standing...
FACT 20
Located on Wall Street, the iconic New York Stock Exchange is the world's largest. The...
FACT 21
In 1626, a Dutch colony inhabited what is now New York City and named the...
FACT 22
Wall Street is now synonymous with large finance firms, billion-dollar trades, and well-paid employees. But...
Conclusion
New York City is an iconic destination packed with landmarks and attractions. Due to the...
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