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Albany, New York<\/h3>\n

Sprawling along the bank of the Hudson River, Albany is the capital of the state of New York. The city lies roughly 150 miles north of New York City. A major anchor of Tech Valley, it is the focal city of the Capital District, the third most populous metropolitan region in the state.<\/p>\n

How to Reach Albany<\/h3>\n

Albany International Airport (ALB), 11 miles from the city center, is served by American Airlines, American Eagle, Delta Air Lines, and United Express.<\/p>\n

Albany\u2013Rensselaer Amtrak station is a stop on Adirondack, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Maple Leaf, and Lake Shore Limited routes.<\/p>\n

Interstate 90 links the city with Boston and Buffalo, while Northway (Interstate 87) runs further north into Canada.<\/p>\n

Best Time to Visit Albany<\/h3>\n

Much like the rest of the state, Albany is a four-season destination. Summer is the best time to explore Upstate New York. For those looking to witness the winter calligraphy in the region, November to February is ideal.<\/p>\n

Things to Do in Albany<\/h3>\n

Empire State Plaza is a sight to behold. Sandwiched between the New York State Capitol and the New York State Museum, this monumental architectural feat hosts several outdoor concerts in summer. Washington Park is another popular haunt for regional festivals and social gatherings. John Boyd Thacher State Park is often overlooked due to its location out of city limits. The park features 12 miles of trails for hiking and snowmobiling. The Egg Performing Arts Center, USS Slater, Lark Street, Historic Cherry Hill, and Palace Theatre are notable tourist attraction in Albany.<\/p>\n

Higher Education Institutions in Albany<\/h3>\n

The City School District of Albany (CSDA) consists of 17 schools and seven charter schools. Opened in 1851, the Albany Law School is the oldest law school in New York. The Albany Medical College and Albany College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences are other private institutions in the city. The University at Albany (SUNY Albany) provides undergraduate and graduate programs in research and service.<\/p>\n

Facts about Albany<\/h3>\n

Named for the Scottish Duke of Albany, the city was incorporated in 1686.<\/p>\n

American Express, J.P. Morgan and Chase, and Merrill Lynch are some of the Fortune 500 companies having offices in the city.<\/p>\n

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Facts about Albany City in New York<\/h3>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n

City<\/b><\/td>\nAlbany City<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
County<\/b><\/td>\nAlbany<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
State<\/b><\/td>\nNew York<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Population(2010)<\/b><\/td>\n97856<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Latitude Longitude<\/b><\/td>\n42.666397, -73.798683<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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