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The Bronx is the northernmost borough in New York City. It is 42 square miles. The area took a decline in the 1920s and 30s due to gang activity during prohibition. The area continued to decline through the 1980s, and was considered one of the most neglected areas of the United States. Revitalization began in the late 1990s, and the area is now growing again.
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Is the Bronx a city or a town?
New York, NY describes the borough of Manhattan. Bronx, NY describes the Bronx itself.
What is the zip code of the Bronx?
Brooklyn has over 50 different zip codes. You can try using the zip code maps in the Related Links below, or, ask your question again, this time including a specific address or cross street.
How large is the Bronx of New York City?
The Bronx comprises about 1.5 billion square feet.(1,516,584,960)
What is the conflict in Bronx Masquerade?
The conflict in Bronx Masquerade is in each of the students. Each wears a mask that hides who they really are. Their poetry exposes those masks and reveals their real selves.
What is the phone number of the New York Aquarium in Bronx New York?
The Bronx Zoo has numerous telephone numbers for the different departments, and services. For more details, please see the sites listed below.
How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Bronx?
As far as the length of the Williamsburg or Brooklyn bridges... Approximately 7500 ft.
Timewise, a point in Manhattan to a point in Brooklyn could take anywhere from 5m to 2hrs drive, given the large size of BK n high traffic in Manhattan (Rush hour, it could be 3-5 hrs to get from Uptown to East New York)
Where is the Bronx Library Center in Bronx located?
The address of the Bronx Documentary Center is: 614 Courtlandt Ave, Bronx, NY 10451-5010
How long does it take to get to the Bronx from Brooklyn?
They are right next to each other, separated by the East River. So it takes only minutes to get from Manhattan to Brooklyn, or vice versa, over any of the bridges and tunnels that span the East River and connect them. About 3 minutes, or up to 30 in bad traffic.
How do people live in the Bronx?
The total area of the Bronx Zoo is 265 acres. It is approximately 2 miles long, and approximately 3/4 of a mile wide at its widest point.
It got its name from a Swedish farmer who lived there, named Jonas Bronck. As the Bronx at that time was nearly completely uninhabited except for Jonas Bronck and his family and his livestock, visitors who went there would say, "We're going to the Bronck's farm" like you would say, "We're going to the Mulligan's house." Later the name was shortened to the Bronx instead of the Bronck's.
construction began in 1898 and the park was opened in 1899. in 1897, Heins and Lafarge drew the zoo's layout.
How many supermarkets are in the Bronx?
As of the latest information, the Bronx has over 200 supermarkets, including large chains and smaller local stores. The exact number can fluctuate due to new openings and closures, so for the most accurate count, it's best to consult local business directories or municipal resources. Major chains such as Stop & Shop, Key Food, and Food Bazaar are prevalent in the area.
Is the Bronx in New York City?
No. The Bronx is the only New York City borough that is not an island, or part of an island. The borough of Manhattan and the borough of Staten Island are both islands, and the boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens are located on the western end of Long Island. The Bronx is the only New York City borough that is attached to the mainland of New York State.
No, the Harlem River does not flow through Harlem. It flows around it.
The island of Manhattan is surrounded by three rivers: the Hudson River, the Harlem River, and the East River. The East River is not actually a river, but an estuary, or a tidal strait. It connects to the ocean on both sides. It flows south from the Long Island Sound, down the east side of Manhattan and the west side of Queens and Brooklyn, and into the Atlantic Ocean.
The Hudson River flows down the west side of Manhattan, and the east side of New Jersey. (Interesting bit of trivia: the Hudson River is actually a fjord. It is the only fjord in North America).
The Harlem River branches off of the Hudson River, and flows down over the top of Manhattan, into the East River.
See the Related Link below for a complete NYC subway map. The Hudson, Harlem, and East Rivers are all labeled.
Is the Bronx southeast or west of Manhattan?
The Bronx is the northernmost borough of New York City. It is the only borough that is not an island or part of an island, but is attached to the mainland of New York State.
Approximately how long does it take mail to get to the rikers island facilities from the Bronx?
2 seconds
What is the Bronx zoo's location?
The Bronx Zoo is located in Bronx Park, in the Belmont neighborhood, which is roughly in the center of the Bronx.
The zoo's address is 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx Park, Bronx, NY, 10460.
How much is the ticket for the Bronx Zoo?
The cost of a ticket is different depending on the age of the visitor, and what type of ticket is purchased. For children under 2 years of age the zoo is free, and those less than 12 years old are considered children, therefore the ticket cost is less. The "total experience ticket" includes all seven rides and attractions, and the general admission ticket is admission to the zoo only. Wednesdays are a"pay-what-you-wish' donation day. They do recommend that adults donate at least $15.00, children at least donate $11.00 while seniors at least donate $13.00. The following is a quick reference of what a ticket cost.
- For one adult ticket "total experience" is $27.00--for one general admission ticket it's $16.00
- For one child ticket "total experience" is $21.00--for one general admission ticket it's $12.00
- For one Senior ticket (65+yr) "total experience" is $23.00--for one general admission ticket $14.00
For more details, please see sites listed below.
Where is the Bronx in New York?
The Bronx is directly north of Manhattan. The two boroughs are separated by a skinny stretch of river known as the Harlem River.
Are There Any Black Colleges In The Bronx?
Since there is no segregation, the colleges are open to all.
In what county is the Bronx New York?
Westchester is directly north of The Bronx. If you continue heading north in The Bronx, you will end up in Westchester.
The Bronx is one of the five boroughs of New York City (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Staten Island). Westchester County is part of New York State, but NOT part of New York City.
Westchester is upstate of New York City, but it is still very close to the southern tip of New York State. Nobody besides New York City residents would ever call Westchester "upstate."
