About New York

New York City, New York, also known as "The Big Apple," is the most populated city in the world. In 2008, the population of New York City was slightly more than 8.9 million people. Sitting on the Northeast corner of the United States, New York City is also a powerful city, with diversity and influence on just about any and everything imaginable, including international affairs. entertainment, fashion, art, and research. It is estimated that there are at least 800 different languages spoken in the city. New York City is divided into 5 boroughs: The Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Manhattan. New York City is the "City that Never Sleeps," with something fun and exciting going on at any time of the day or night. A New York City, New York business directory can put you in touch with the best of the best.

New York City has a very interesting history. In 1930, more than 10 million people resided in the city. For this time period this was an astounding number of population for a single city. It is the first mega city ever. Possibly the most known event in New York City was in recent history. The 9/11 World Trade Center attacks occurred on September 11, 2001. Two airplanes crashed into the twin towers that housed some of New York City's most prominent offices and people, sending the towers up in smoke, killing more than 3,000 people and tearing America apart as the the country found itself under terrorist attack as the Islamic group Al-Queda took responsibility for the act.

New York City has many landmarks and historic points of interest. The city is also known for an eclectic collection of terrific dining options, concerts, Broadway plays, hot nightlife, and some of the best in entertainment of anywhere in the world. New York City is known for its world class entertainment of the finest entertainers and who's who of celebrities. Many television studios are located in New York City, along with the finest shopping choices around. Find a list of these great stores in a New York City, New York yellow pages directory.There is always something fun to see and do and to learn and explore in this great city that represents America.

Written by Lyndsey Morgan