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| name = Albany<br />
| official_name = City of Albany<br />
| settlement_type = Capital city<br />
| image_skyline = <br />
| image_caption = Downtown Albany<br />
| subdivision_name1 = New York<br />
| subdivision_name = United States<br />
| established_date = 1686<br />
| population_total = 98,000<br />
| area_total_km2 = 56<br />
| timezone = Eastern (EST/EDT)<br />
| postal_code = 12201–12212<br />
| area_code = 518, 838<br />
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'''Albany''' is the capital city of the U.S. state of [[New York]]. Located along the west bank of the Hudson River, it is one of the oldest surviving settlements of the original British thirteen colonies and has served as New York’s capital since 1797.<br />
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== Overview ==<br />
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* Capital of New York State since 1797<br />
* Known for its architecture, higher education, and rich colonial history<br />
* Part of the Capital District, which includes Troy, Schenectady, and Saratoga Springs<br />
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== Landmarks and Attractions ==<br />
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* New York State Capitol – a stunning Romanesque Revival building<br />
* Empire State Plaza – includes museums, performing arts, and government offices<br />
* Albany Institute of History & Art<br />
* Washington Park – a central green space inspired by NYC’s Central Park<br />
* Hudson River Walkway and boat tours<br />
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== Economy ==<br />
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Albany’s economy centers around:<br />
* '''Government''' and civil service<br />
* '''Education and healthcare'''<br />
* '''Technology and nanotechnology'''<br />
* '''Logistics and regional trade'''<br />
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== Education and Research ==<br />
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* University at Albany (SUNY Albany)<br />
* Albany Medical College<br />
* Albany Law School<br />
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== Transportation ==<br />
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* Albany International Airport (ALB)<br />
* Amtrak service to NYC, Boston, and Montreal<br />
* Interstates 87 and 90 intersect in the city<br />
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== Fun Facts ==<br />
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* Albany was one of the first cities in the world to install public water mains and electricity<br />
* Home to one of the oldest museums in the U.S.<br />
* Has a vibrant local theater and arts scene despite its small size<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[New York]]<br />
* [[United States Capitals]]<br />
* [[Northeastern States]]<br />
* [[United States Cities]]</div>Truthseeker