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| name = Buffalo
| official_name = City of Buffalo
| settlement_type = City
| image_skyline =
| image_caption = Buffalo skyline and Lake Erie waterfront
| subdivision_name1 = New York
| subdivision_name = United States
| established_date = 1832
| population_total = 275,000
| area_total_km2 = 136
| timezone = Eastern (EST/EDT)
| postal_code = 14201–14280
| area_code = 716
}}
'''Buffalo''' is the second-largest city in the state of [[New York]], located in the western part of the state along the shores of '''Lake Erie''' near '''Niagara Falls''' and the Canadian border. Once a major industrial and shipping hub, Buffalo has undergone a renaissance in recent years centered on its architecture, arts, and waterfront redevelopment.

== Overview ==
* Founded as a village in 1804 and incorporated as a city in 1832
* Historically significant as the western terminus of the '''Erie Canal'''
* Known for its snow, architecture, and as the birthplace of '''Buffalo wings'''

== History ==
* Grew rapidly in the 19th century due to shipping and grain storage along the Great Lakes
* Played a key role in the Underground Railroad and early labor movements
* President '''William McKinley''' was assassinated here in 1901; '''Theodore Roosevelt''' was sworn in nearby
* Faced post-industrial decline but has seen renewed investment and revitalization

== Economy ==
* Transitioned from heavy industry to sectors like healthcare, education, finance, and clean energy
* Major employers include Kaleida Health, M&T Bank, and University at Buffalo
* The city has become a hub for biomedical research and renewable energy development

== Landmarks and Attractions ==
* '''Canalside''' – revitalized waterfront with events, skating, and concerts
* '''Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park'''
* '''Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House'''
* '''Shea’s Performing Arts Center''' and '''Albright-Knox Art Gallery'''
* Proximity to '''Niagara Falls''', about 25 minutes north

== Sports ==
* Home to the '''Buffalo Bills''' (NFL) and '''Buffalo Sabres''' (NHL)
* Strong college sports scene with University at Buffalo Bulls
* High-energy fans despite long playoff droughts in the past

== Education ==
* '''University at Buffalo (SUNY)''' – New York’s largest public university
* Buffalo State University and Canisius College also located in the city
* Rich history of public libraries, museums, and cultural institutions

== Transportation ==
* Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
* Amtrak and regional buses serve the city
* Light rail system (Metro Rail) and numerous bridges connect the metro

== Fun Facts ==
* Invented the '''Buffalo wing''' at Anchor Bar in 1964
* Buffalo once had more millionaires per capita than any other U.S. city
* Hosted the '''Pan-American Exposition''' in 1901

== See Also ==
* [[New York]]
* [[Northeastern States]]
* [[United States Cities]]

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