New York City, also known as the "City that Never Sleeps," is a global hub of culture, finance, and tourism. With its iconic landmarks, diverse neighborhoods, and rich history, the city has something to offer everyone. Here are 100 things you may not know about New York City:

New York City was originally named New Amsterdam by Dutch settlers in the 1600s.

The city has the largest population of any city in the United States, with over 8.3 million residents.

The first capital of the United States was New York City from 1785-1790.

The New York Stock Exchange, located on Wall Street, is the largest stock exchange in the world.

The Empire State Building was the tallest building in the world from 1931-1970.

The New York City Subway is the largest rapid transit system in the world, with 472 stations and over 800 miles of track.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, also known as "The Met," is the largest art museum in the United States.

New York City is home to over 200 theaters, more than any other city in the world.

The original pennant for the New York Yankees was blue and white, not the iconic navy blue and white of today.

The United Nations headquarters is located in New York City.

The first pizzeria in the United States, Lombardi's, opened in New York City in 1905.

New York City is home to the largest Chinese community in the Western Hemisphere.

The city has over 800 languages spoken among its residents, making it the most linguistically diverse city in the world.

The first recorded game of baseball was played in Elysian Fields, New Jersey in 1846, just across the Hudson River from New York City.

The Brooklyn Bridge, completed in 1883, was the first steel-wire suspension bridge in the world.

New York City has the largest Jewish population of any city in the world outside of Israel.

The first ticker tape parade, honoring the safe return of Admiral Robert Peary from his expedition to the North Pole, was held in New York City in 1909.

The New York Public Library is the third largest public library system in the world, with over 92 locations.

The original Madison Square Garden, located at 26th Street and Madison Avenue, was the first indoor arena in the world.

The Roosevelt Island Tramway is the only aerial tramway in North America.

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The city has over 24,000 restaurants, more than any other city in the world.

The first American Museum of Natural History was established in New York City in 1869.

The original St. Patrick's Cathedral, located on Fifth Avenue, was completed in 1878 and was the largest cathedral in the United States until the completion of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City in 1941.

The city has the largest Irish community in the United States.

The first radio broadcast in the United States was transmitted from New York City in 1920.

The New York City Department of Sanitation is the largest municipal sanitation department in the world, with over 6,000 employees.

The first Macy's store, originally called R. H. Macy & Co., opened in New York City in 1858.

New York City has the largest Puerto Rican community of any city in the world.

The original Central Park Zoo opened in the 1860s and was the first formal zoo in the United States.

The New YorkCity Marathon, held annually in November, is the largest marathon in the world, with over 50,000 participants.

The original Little Italy neighborhood was located in what is now the Financial District and has since shifted to the Lower East Side.

The city has the largest African American community in the United States.

The first recorded professional boxing match in the United States was held in New York City in 1820.

The New York City Fire Department, also known as the FDNY, is the largest fire department in the world, with over 11,000 firefighters.

The first Coney Island amusement park, called "Luna Park," opened in 1903.

New York City is home to the largest Bangladeshi community in the United States.

The city has the largest Indian community in the United States.

The first Carnegie Hall concert was held in 1891.

The New York City Police Department, also known as the NYPD, is the largest police department in the United States, with over 36,000 officers.

The first subway line in New York City, the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit Company) line, opened in 1904.

New York City is home to the largest Ecuadorian community in the United States.

The city has the largest Dominican community in the United States.

The first taxi cab service in the United States, the Electric Carriage and Wagon Company, began operating in New York City in 1897.

The New York City Transit Authority, which operates the subway and bus system, is the largest public transportation system in the country, with over 5 million daily riders.

The first Rainbow Room restaurant, located on the 65th floor of Rockefeller Center, opened in 1934.

New York City is home to the largest Mexican community in the United States.

The city has the largest Haitian community in the United States.

The first automobile traffic jam in the United States was reported in New York City in 1899.

The New York City Department of Education is the largest public school system in the United States, with over 1.1 million students.

The first Nathan's Famous hot dog stand opened in Coney Island in 1916.

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The city has the largest Colombian community in the United States.

New York City is home to the largest Korean community on the East Coast of the United States.

The first skyscraper in New York City, the Park Row Building, was completed in 1899.

The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation is the largest municipal park system in the United States, with over 29,000 acres of parkland.

The first paparazzo, photographic journalist, was Ron Galella, who began working in New York City in the 1960s.

New York City is home to the largest Chinese community on the East Coast of the United States.

The city has the largest Salvadoran community in the United States.

The first radio station in New York City, KDKA, began broadcasting in 1920.

The New York City Housing Authority is the largest public housing authority in the United States, with over 178,000 units of housing.

The first Rose Bowl Parade was held in New York City in 1886 and was later moved to Pasadena, California.

New York City is home to the largest Filipino community in the United States.

The city has the largest Jamaican community in the United States.

The first electric sign advertising in the United States was for the New York Times,installed in 1928.

The New York City Department of Environmental Protection is the largest municipal water and sewer utility in the United States.

The first commercially successful American movie studio, Edison Studios, was located in New York City.

New York City is home to the largest Greek community in the United States.

The city has the largest West Indian community in the United States.

The first permanent IMAX theater in the United States was installed in New York City in 1976.

The New York City Department of Transportation is the largest municipal transportation agency in the United States, responsible for streets, highways, bridges, and tunnels.

The first ticker tape parade for a woman, aviator Amelia Earhart, was held in New York City in 1932.

New York City is home to the largest Pakistani community in the United States.

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The city has the largest Egyptian community in the United States.

The first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was held in 1924.

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is the largest municipal public health department in the United States.

The first recorded game of basketball in the United States was played in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1891, but the sport became popular in New York City in the early 1900s.

New York City is home to the largest Armenian community in the United States.

The city has the largest Russian community in the United States.

The first Radio City Music Hall performance was held in 1932.

The New York City Department of Correction is the largest municipal jail system in the United States, with over 10,000 inmates.

The first professional football game in the United States was played in New Brunswick, New Jersey in 1869, just outside of New York City.

New York City is home to the largest Israeli community in the United States.

The city has the largest Albanian community in the United States.

The first public television station in the United States, WNBT (now WNBC), began broadcasting in New York City in 1939.

The New York City Department of Homeless Services is the largest municipal homeless services agency in the United States, with over 60,000 individuals in the shelter system.

The first pedestrian plaza in the United States, Times Square, was created in 1909.

New York City is home to the largest Ukrainian community in the United States.

The city has the largest Turkish community in the United States.

The first recorded game of ice hockey in the United States was played in New York City in 1893.

The New York City Fire Academy is the largest firefighter training facility in the United States.

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The first recorded game of American football in the United States was played in New Brunswick, New Jersey in 1869, just outside of New York City.

New York City is home to the largest Brazilian community in the United States.

The city has the largest Polish community in the United States.

The first public park in the United States, Central Park, was opened in New York City in 1858.

The New York City Human Resources Administration is the largest municipal social services agency in the United States, with over 2 million individuals receiving public assistance.

The first recorded game of lacrosse in the United States was played in New York City in the early 1900s.

New York City is home to the largest Czech and Slovak community in the United States.

The city has the largest French community in the United States.

The first New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square was held in 1907.

The New York City Emergency Management Department is the largest municipal emergency management agency in the United States.

The first recorded game of soccer in the United States was played in New Brunswick, New Jersey in 1869, just outside of New York City.

These are just some of the many interesting and lesser-known facts about New York City. From its rich history to its diverse communities, the city is truly a unique and remarkable place. Whether you are a lifelong resident or just visiting for the first time, there is always something new to discover about this amazing city.