Bucket List: New York

One of the best-known songs about New York City was sung by Liza Minelli in 1977 but became more closely associated with Frank Sinatra in 1979.  They and many other performers had a long-standing love of the most populous city in the United States, which also has been described as the cultural and media capital of the world.

Its humble beginnings in the early 17th century as a Dutch trading post located on one of the world's largest natural harbours were quickly overshadowed by the British rule that saw the city bloom and become the capital of the United States between 1785 and 1790.  Throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, New York welcomed millions of immigrants, making it one of the world's most racially and linguistically diverse cities.

Today the city's background is reflected in its many landmarks which include three of the world's most visited attractions: the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and Central Park.  Its nickname of The City that Never Sleeps is a testament to its continuing service to the nation.

Official web site www.nyc.gov

Guide to New York City www.nycgo.com