New York

New York is a state located in the northeastern United States. It borders New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the south, and Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont to the east. The capital of New York State is Albany while its most populous city is New York City (often referred to simply as “New York”). With an estimated 19.54 million residents in 2018, it’s one of the most densely populated states in America.

The area that would become known as New York has been inhabited since prehistoric times by various Native American tribes including Iroquois and Lenape peoples who practiced farming techniques like corn cultivation. After colonization began towards the end of 16th century by Dutch settlers calling themselves Nieuw Amsterdamers (“new Amsterdammers”), they later surrendered their colony over peacefully to English forces led by Colonel Richard Nicolls on August 27th 1664 which was then renamed “New Yorke” after James II Duke Of Yorke among other titles he held at time . During this period tensions between British colonists increased leading upwarfds Revolutionary War where many battles were fought mostly within modern day borderlines such as Battle Of Long Island or Saratoga Campaigns both resulting ultimately with independence from Britain being declared July 4 1776 eventually forming 13 original colonies now united under single flag .

Since then NYS went through numerous economic booms especially during late 1800s due to industrialization , population growth & immigration plus technological advances made – all these factors allowed wealthy families accessing new educational opportunities & becoming key players cultural life throughout 20th centary thanks which today NYC remains world renowned metropolis often described befittingly “city never sleeps” As largest hub US Northeast Corridor serves transportation needs millions commuters daily along Amtrak lines connecting cities Washington DC – Boston via NJ / CT respectively while also having 5 major airports serving travelers across globe making easier than ever before explore beauty Empire State boasts thru attractions such Niagara Falls Lady Liberty Statue Central Park Brooklyn Bridge etc…

In conclusion we can say NYS not only birthplace USA democracy but also beacon business innovation creativity culture spanning generations Whether you’re visiting take part vibrant nightlife attending Broadway show immersing yourself history nature there something everyone enjoy about this great state