Buffalo
Railroad Hub
General Information
Other Name: Queen City of the Lakes, District: New York, State: Mid atlantic, United States of America
Area: 52.5 sq mi
Languages Spoken: English
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Best Time to Visit: October to - and -
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It is the second largest city in the state of New York.Buffalo was the 8th largest city in the country, and went on to become a major railroad hub,the largest grain-milling center in the country,and the home of the largest steel-making operation in the world.It is a revitalized, booming city rich in history, music, art, architecture, scenic beauty, distinctive ethnic neighborhoods and friendly people.Architectural gems include Victorian mansions, Frank Lloyd Wright designs and the art deco City Hall, whose 28th-floor observatory offers a spectacular views. If you like nature, grab your hiking shoes and head out to the Tifft Nature Preserve.Location
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Humid, continental-type climate
Considered among the best in the world when it comes to modern and contemporary 20th century art, this gallery has a rich selection of works by artists like Picasso, van Gogh, and Jackson Pollock. The Delaware Park gallery also features outstanding work from the 17th-19th centuries.
This beautiful 22,000-seat facility has been the home of Buffalo Bisons baseball since 1987, and has hosted over one million fans each year.
Located in Buffalo`s rejuvenated downtown area with the Theater District to the north and the Main Place Mall to the south, this plaza makes an enticing and comfortable gathering place—especially during warm summer days. The plaza features a reflecting pool, which turns into a skating rink come winter, and is surrounded by the imposing facade of the Key Center buildings, a twin-tower complex housing numerous businesses and professionals.
The Ansley Wilcox family, friends of Theodore owned this early 19th century Greek revival mansion. It became the site of Roosevelt`s Presidential inauguration in 1901 following the assassination of President William McKinley, and so was named the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site.The only National Park Service location in Western NY, its displays include items related to the assassination and inauguration.