New York

New York is a state in the Northeastern region of the United States. It is the nation's third most populous state. New York is bordered by New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the south, and by Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont to the east. The state has a maritime border with Rhode Island east of Long Island, as well as an international border with the Canadian provinces of Ontario to the north and west, and Quebec to the north. New York is often referred to as New York State to distinguish it from New York City.

 

Also known as : The Empire State
Capital : Albany
Largest city : New York
Population : 19 541 453
Abbreviation : NY
Main cities : New York, Albany/Schenectady, Long Island, Binghampton, Utica, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Elmira