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NEW YORK
New York City, which is geographically the largest
city in the state and most populous in the United States,
is known for its history as a gateway for immigration to
the United States and its status as a financial, cultural,
transportation, and manufacturing center. According to the
U.S. Department of Commerce, it is also a destination of
choice for many foreign visitors. Both state and city were
named for the 17th century Duke of York, James Stuart,
future James II and VII of England and Scotland.
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