The largest urban center of the state of New Jersey and one of the oldest cities in the USA, Newark was founded in as early as 1666 by Robert Treat. Home to many architectural wonders, cultural treasures, culinary delights and entertainment extravaganza, Newark is fast emerging as one of the premier cities in the USA.
The history of Newark can be roughly divided into four phases. The first was its Puritan origins marked by strict religious laws. The second phase in Newark's history saw the rise of industrial and commercial activities. The developmental phase was carried forward into the third chapter although it also saw some degree of economic degeneration. The fourth chapter is being experienced now as Newark is reawakening to rapid real estate and other forms of commercial development.
Newark is advantageously located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean making it a very important port city. Port Newark is the major container shipping port for New York Harbor. The city enjoys a very favorable climate, with pleasant weather and moderate rainfall. The soothing climate makes Newark a suitable residential place.
With a population of 273,546 people (according to the 2000 census), Newark is a bustling hub of cultural diversity.
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Much of Newark's charm lies in the various cultural activities that the city offers. Art, music, drama, paintings: all these thrive in Newark.Some of the cultural hotspots ofNewark are as follows:
- Newark Museum
- Institute of Jazz Studies
- Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart
- Sumei Multidisciplinary Arts Center
- Newark Public Library
- Newark Symphony Hall
- Aljira Gallery
Newark boasts of a well developed transport system. It is the hub of seven major highways. The train and bus services in Newark run very efficiently. The Subway, introduced in 1935, carries almost 2 million passengers a year in Newark .
The most significant development in Newark in recent times is the boom in real estate. Nicknamed The Brick City , Newark has become the real estate hub in the USA. Investment in bricks and mortar in Newark has seen unprecedented growth. With its crime rates on the wane, Newark is attracting people from all over the USA to settle here.
Already the largest city of New Jersey , Newark with its present growth and opportunities, is definitely in the process of becoming one of USA's most important cities.
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