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Why is it called New York?
NEW YORK: Originally called New Netherlands, but changed in 1664 when taken over by the English and named in honor of the Duke of York. NORTH CAROLINA: In the early 1600's, the area was referred to in some English papers as Carolina and was thought to be named for Charles I of England.
Which state is New York in the USA?
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Geography. New York City is situated in the northeastern United States, in southeastern New York State, approximately halfway between Washington, D.C. and Boston.
How many languages are spoken in NYC?
Naturally with New York's international status comes a great lingual diversity with over 600 different languages spoken in the metropolitan area.
Is New York different from New York City?
New York most commonly refers to: New York (state), a state in the northeastern United States. New York City, the most populous city in the United States, located in the state of New York.
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New York City comprises 5 boroughs sitting where the Hudson River meets the Atlantic Ocean. At its core is Manhattan, a densely populated borough that’s among the world’s major commercial, financial and cultural centers. Its iconic sites include...
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