New York City Profile

A city so nice they named it twice — New York, New York. From Sinatra’s, “New York, New York” to Cam’ron’s and Jay Z’s, “Welcome to New York City,” there have been countless songs written to pay homage to this awesome City.

Here are some quick facts about New York City:
- Square Miles: 321.8
- Boroughs: 5 [Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island]
- Community Districts: 59
- Park Acreage: 28, 618
- Subway Track (in miles): 660
- Population: 8, 008, 278
- Foreign born: 36 percent
- Languages spoken: 120
- Mayor: Michael R. Bloomberg
- Sports teams: Yankees and Mets [baseball], Rangers and Islanders [hockey], Jets and Giants [football], Knicks and Liberty [basketball] and MetroStars [soccer]

Home to more than 8 million people today, New York City boasts a very diverse population in it’s five boroughs. There are over 20 bridges and 8 tunnels along with the extensive subway line that help keep this City in motion. From various museums and theaters to an extensive night life, this is truly a City that can provide something for everyone. You can choose to be a social butterfly or a loner, the City caters to each and every person’s needs. Yes, it is indeed a City that never sleeps. For some hints into the good life, check out the clips at www.andysmojo.com

Lucky for New Yorkers and other tennis fans, New York City is also the home of the US Open Tennis Championships. The last week of August is more popular for Flushing Meadows opening its doors than the beginning of the NFL season. Natives and tourists alike line up for a glimpse of some of the greatest athletes who compete for the grand prize. The ‘7′ line is the most popular subway line because if in town during the 2 weeks of the Open, a tennis match is definitely in order.

Quick tips for tourists visiting the City during the US Open:
- It is pronounced “New Yawk.”
- City usually refers to Manhattan.
- Anything above 42nd Street is Uptown and everything below it is Downtown.
- The only stars here are the models and actors you’ll spot on the street.
- Jaywalking is an art form.
- Nights are loud because the sirens never stop.
- Don’t miss the chance to eat a hot dog, pretzel or pizza here — no one makes it better.
- A bodega is a small deli.
- Houston Street is pronounced Hows-ton Street.
- Referring to the City as “The Big Apple” makes the natives cringe.
- The Subway map is your best friend.

Welcome to New York City!