Geography. New York City is situated in the northeastern United States, in southeastern New York State, approximately halfway between Washington, D.C. and Boston.

It was named after Holland's largest city by Dutch settlers in 1624. New Amsterdam was the capital of New Netherland, where the Dutch were very involved with the fur trade. In 1664, the English took over New Amsterdam and renamed it New York after the Duke of York.

Life in New York City may not always match the movies, but it's a great place to call home. Like any big city, it comes with both pros and cons. Provided you can manage the cost, New York's rich culture, top-notch education, and abundant job prospects make it an ideal environment for personal growth and self-discovery.

Home to plenty of world-firsts and inventions, New York is famous for being something of a pioneering paradise. Nowhere is its eclectic collection of knowledge and cultural significance better exemplified than its many incredible museums.