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Staten Island, New York
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Freshkills Park, once the world's largest landfill, is being transformed into a 2,200-acre park, set to be three times the size of Central Park.
The Staten Island Ferry provides free transportation between Staten Island and Manhattan, carrying over 22 million passengers annually.
Historic Richmond Town is a living history village and museum complex that preserves and presents the history of Staten Island and its people.
Staten Island is known for its diverse communities, including a significant Italian-American population, contributing to its rich cultural tapestry.
The Staten Island Lighthouse, located in Lighthouse Hill, has been guiding ships since 1912 and is still in use today.
The Staten Island Greenbelt offers over 2,800 acres of natural areas, including forests, wetlands, and hiking trails, providing a peaceful escape from urban life.
The Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art is the first museum in the United States solely dedicated to Tibetan art and culture.
Staten Island was a strategic location during the Revolutionary War, serving as a British military base and the site of the Staten Island Peace Conference in 1776.
